Apple and Alibaba AI Partnership

Apple has received approval from Chinese authorities to launch iPhones powered by Alibaba's AI technology. This move is expected to boost Apple's presence in the Chinese market.

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1. AnnouncementJul 15, 2026, 09:59 AM

   Apple gets approval to launch AI-powered iPhones in China

   Apple has received approval from Chinese authorities to launch iPhones powered by Alibaba's AI technology. This move is expected to boost Apple's presence in the Chinese market.

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2. 6 hours later
   AnnouncementJul 15, 2026, 03:29 PM

   Apple's AI services approved for launch in China through Alibaba partnership

   Apple's AI services have been approved for launch in China through a partnership with Alibaba, bringing Alibaba's Qwen AI models to Apple's operating systems.

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