Brief

Apple's App Store achieved $1.4 trillion in developer billings and sales in 2025, reflecting a robust growth from $1.3 trillion the previous year. The increase highlights the App Store's expansive ecosystem beyond commissions.

Apple has approved Poke as the first third-party AI agent to integrate with Apple Messages for Business, marking a new era for AI assistant capabilities within iMessage. This collaboration may offer Apple a new revenue stream through per-user charges, while expanding Poke's service reach.

Waymo partners with B2U Storage Solutions to convert retired EV batteries into grid storage, boosting energy efficiency in California and Texas. This initiative aligns with a record rise in U.S. battery storage capacity, promoting cleaner energy usage and extending battery lifespan.

Meta is exploring facial recognition technology within its AI app, potentially integrated with smart glasses. Ethical debates and regulatory scrutiny loom as the tech, internally called NameTag, raises privacy concerns and potential utility benefits, despite no current public rollout.

Cognizant is integrating Neuro AI Trust with ServiceNow to establish continuous AI assurance, embedding governance across enterprise workflows. This initiative aligns with Cognizant’s strategy to transition enterprises from AI experimentation to production, ensuring accountability and compliance at scale.