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Alphabet Inc. CEO Sundar Pichai revealed in court this week that his company is in discussions with Apple to integrate Gemini, its generative AI platform, as a built-in option on iPhones. The potential deal, if finalized, could position Gemini alongside ChatGPT, which Apple currently uses for select AI functions in its Apple Intelligence suite. While Apple primarily employs its proprietary models, its openness to third-party partnerships suggests a broader strategic approach to artificial intelligence.

Alphabet Inc., the multinational tech conglomerate and parent company of Google, has initiated a significant internal restructuring, resulting in the layoff of hundreds of employees across its Platforms and Devices unit. This move follows a voluntary exit initiative earlier this year and affects core teams responsible for software development, Pixel hardware, and the Chrome browser. These changes come amid a broader push for operational efficiency and cost optimization.