Tech Desk
Sep 10, 2024
A fake AI-generated video of Apple CEO Time Cook asking for Bitcoin went viral on social media, leading to speculations that the Cupertino-based tech giant’s official YouTube channel might have been hacked during the highly awaited “It’s Glowtime” event.
Netizens shared fake AI-generated videos being livestreamed from YouTube on their social media accounts. At the same time, Apple has yet to comment on the matter.
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Taking to X (formerly Twitter), @mysterydealz posted: “Apple’s official US YouTube channel has been hacked! A fake AI-generated video of Tim Cook is currently streaming, asking viewers for Bitcoin.”
Meanwhile, another user shared the fake video being livestreamed from YouTube.
iPhone 16 launched
Apple has introduced the iPhone 16 built for generative artificial intelligence as it finds to increase sales and displays it is keeping up in the technology race.
Apple Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tim Cook said: “We are thrilled to introduce the first iPhones designed from the ground up for Apple Intelligence and its breakthrough capabilities.”
With $39 billion in sales last quarter, the iPhone counts for approximately 60% of Apple’s revenue, and remains the main entryway to the company’s services, like the App Store or Apple TV, which are set to become a growing part of its business.
Meanwhile, Apple is only just coming out of a long sales slump as users increasingly stick with older models longer.
