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Tesla and SpaceX have formed special committees to explore a potential merger, which could dilute the shares of all shareholders. The merger would allow Elon Musk to gain more control over both companies. The move comes after Tesla and SpaceX went public, with Tesla's quarterly earnings report showing a significant increase in revenue.
Apple's App Store head Carson Oliver stated that more premium games are launching on the App Store this year than last, including more franchises from PC and consoles. Oliver highlighted successful games such as 'Balatro', 'Stardew Valley', and 'Slay the Spire' as examples of titles finding success on mobile. Apple's Indie Games Week promotion highlighted seven new and upcoming iPhone and iPad games.
Taction Technology is seeking additional payments from Apple after a $5.7 billion patent verdict, citing unaccounted sales and interest on damages. The company wants compensation for six months of sales not included in the initial calculation and interest at an annual rate of 7%. Apple disputes the verdict and is seeking to have it overturned or obtain a new trial.
An unofficial project called SkyrimMT allows Mac users to play and mod The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim on Apple silicon Macs with an automated setup process. The app installs required compatibility software and guides users through signing in to Steam and installing their game copy. SkyrimMT supports Skyrim Special Edition and Anniversary Edition, as well as various mods and mod managers.
Apple showcased four design projects created using its products at the 'Designers of Tomorrow' exhibition in Paris. The exhibition explores the theme of presence through furniture and lighting. The projects were developed by four designers who used various Apple devices to create and collaborate on their designs.
Apple is hiring a cellular modem systems engineer to help develop its next-generation cellular modems for 6G. The job posting lists a base salary range of $175,000 to $308,500 per year, plus stock awards and other benefits. The candidate will work on defining features and requirements for next-generation cellular modems and designing algorithms to improve performance and power efficiency.
The second season of the German-language dark comedy 'Where's Wanda?' has premiered on Apple TV, with the first episode available to stream. The show follows the Klatt family as they search for their missing daughter. The remaining seven episodes of the season will be released weekly through December 9.