Ajit Pai said the companies had won his support by making what he called “significant commitments” to expand rural broadband service, build a robust 5G network and sell off Boost Mobile. Source: NYT > Business – THE NEW YORK TIMES
DealBook Briefing: Tech’s Cold War Just Started
Google, Qualcomm and Broadcom are among the companies that have reportedly frozen their supply of components and software to Huawei. Source: NYT > Business –
Trump Moves to Ban Foreign Telecom Gear, Targeting Huawei and Escalating Battle With China
The ban was expected. American officials have long warned that they would stop sharing intelligence if allies installed Chinese technology on their 5G networks. Source: NYT > Business – CECILIA KANG and DAVID E. SANGER
Qualcomm Pegs Payment From Apple at $4.5 Billion to $4.7 Billion
Qualcomm’s forecasts suggested Apple’s licensing fees will not substantially increase revenue as Apple catches up on royalties. Source: NYT > Business – REUTERS
Apple and Qualcomm Settle All Disputes Worldwide
Apple and Qualcomm said they had agreed to dismiss all litigation between them worldwide. Source: NYT > Business – DON CLARK and DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI
There’s No Afro Emoji. These Women Want to Change That.
“I want to create a space where we can bring that big-hair energy and celebrate our roots in digital spaces,” said one of the women behind a petition to add the emoji. Source: NYT > Business – SANDRA E. GARCIA