Bloomberg Businessweek Apple Will Add 20,000 US Jobs Amid Threat from Trump Tariffs
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Feb 24, 2025 
Max Chafkin, a Bloomberg Businessweek columnist known for his insights into the tech industry, discusses Apple's plan to hire 20,000 new employees in the U.S. amid tariff concerns. He also dives into the fierce competition in the autonomous vehicle market, spotlighting Anthony Lewandowski's pivot to industrial applications. Monika Bickauskaite-Aleliune, Public Policy Director at Key Elements Group, shares her perspectives on the geopolitical landscape surrounding the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and the implications for U.S. foreign policy.
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Apple's Bigger Concerns
- Apple's potential tariff exemption remains uncertain.
- Regulatory pressure on their services business, specifically the App Store and Google payments, poses a greater financial risk.
Google Case and App Store Fees
- The Google case, regarding default search placement on iOS, threatens Apple's high-margin revenue from Google.
- Regulatory scrutiny of the App Store fees also presents a significant financial concern.
Levandowski's Background
- Anthony Lewandowski, a key figure in driverless car development, worked on early prototypes and contributed to Google's self-driving car project.
- He later joined Uber's self-driving effort and faced legal issues related to trade secrets.
