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Congo lawyers say Apple's supply chain statement must be verified

International lawyers for Congo welcome Apple's decision to cease sourcing conflict minerals but continue legal actions against the company in Europe over human rights violations.

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As bitcoin soars, luxury brands consider accepting crypto payments

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Apple says it has told suppliers to stop buying minerals from Congo

Apple strongly disputes allegations of using conflict minerals and instructed suppliers to stop purchasing them from conflict-affected regions, responding to a criminal complaint in France and Belgium.

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Arm, Qualcomm lawyers grill ex-Apple exec in chip design battle

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AI startup Basis raises $34 million for accounting automation 'agent'

AI startup Basis raised $34 million for its accounting automation product, addressing accountant shortages and streamlining workflows, with notable investors participating in its Series A funding.

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Biden's DOJ antitrust head to step down

Jonathan Kanter resigns as DOJ antitrust head after three years of pursuing aggressive competition law reforms, leaving a notable impact on corporate regulation and antitrust cases.

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Exclusive-Congo files criminal complaints against Apple in Europe over conflict minerals

The DRC has filed criminal complaints against Apple for using conflict minerals linked to human rights abuses, claiming complicity in ongoing violence and exploitation in the region.

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US stock futures drift lower with Fed rate decision in focus

U.S. stock index futures dipped ahead of a Federal Reserve meeting expected to cut rates, while technology stocks buoyed the Nasdaq to record highs amidst uncertainty in economic policies.

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Stock market today: Dow in longest losing streak since 1978; Fed decision looms

The Dow faces its longest losing streak since 1978, retail sales exceed expectations, and tech stocks struggle as interest rate decisions loom.

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TikTok turns to US Supreme Court in last-ditch bid to avert ban

TikTok seeks Supreme Court intervention to avoid a U.S. law requiring its parent company to divest or face a ban, citing free speech concerns.