“Primary Worries for Apple”
“Currently, ‘Artificial Intelligence’ and ‘China’ stand out as prominent keywords in the tech industry. Interestingly, these very subjects are allegedly linked to the cancellation of a popular show that was previously available on Apple TV+.”
“Numerous sources indicate that Apple and Jon Stewart have severed their collaboration in advance of the third season production of ‘The Problem With Jon Stewart.’ Apple had enlisted Stewart to host this show, which was first announced in 2020.”
“Key Worries for Apple”
Despite its dominance in the space of mobile devices and computing, the company does face some key challenges. Among these weaknesses are its highly-priced products, entering areas of higher competition, and incompatibility with other software.Despite its dominance in the space of mobile devices and computing, the company does face some key challenges. Among these weaknesses are its highly-priced products, entering areas of higher competition, and incompatibility with other software.
Concerns Arise for Apple
According to a report in The New York Times, apprehensions emerged regarding some of the scheduled guests for the show. Additionally, it seems that Apple encountered challenges with the planned discussions on various topics.
In a separate report, it was revealed that prior to deciding to terminate the show, Apple approached Stewart, urging him and his team to align with the company’s viewpoints on the discussed topics. Despite Apple’s threat to cancel the show, Stewart reportedly declined and ultimately chose to resign.
Unfortunately, there seem to be several ethical issues with Apple such as poor working conditions such as health and safety risks, child labour, poor environmental reporting, contributing to e-waste and tax avoidance.
The Absence of ‘Artificial Intelligence‘ in Apple
Notably, the term ‘AI’ was conspicuously absent from Apple’s announcements, despite the tech industry’s widespread embrace of this cutting-edge technology. Apple has faced various challenges in the market, whether it’s related to the production of iPhones at Foxconn’s Chinese factory or China’s reported tensions with Taiwan over semiconductor imports from TSMC.
While the reports do not specify the exact reasons behind Apple’s decision to cancel the show’s coverage of AI and China, it is evident that maintaining a favorable relationship with China holds paramount importance for Apple. Recent events have underlined this, as Apple CEO Tim Cook made an unexpected visit to China, underscoring the market’s significance to the company. China ranks as Apple’s third-largest market, and recent reports indicated a lukewarm response to the company’s latest flagship smartphone, the iPhone 15.”