Apple–Intel Chip Deal: Trump says Apple will partner with Intel to design and build chips in the US, a move meant to diversify beyond TSMC and boost Intel’s foundry prospects. Consumer Electronics Pricing Shock: Tim Cook warns Apple’s iPhone, iPad and Mac prices are set to rise as DRAM/NAND costs driven by AI data-center demand become “unsustainable,” with analysts flagging potentially higher iPhone Pro pricing. Smart TV Content Mandate (NZ): New Zealand plans to require TV makers to pre-install local apps like TVNZ+ and Sky’s ThreeNow and make them prominent on home screens. Retail Demand Check (US): US retail sales rose 0.9% in May, though electronics and appliance stores dipped slightly. E-commerce Retail (Pakistan): Daraz launches an official Apple flagship store on DarazMall with authorized distributor GNext, emphasizing authenticity and warranty support. Automotive Tech & Memory IP: Floadia releases automotive embedded flash IP on TSMC 180BCD Gen3, targeting AEC-Q100 Grade 1 reliability. IoT Security (Japan): Transatel, NTT Docomo Business and Zscaler launch a carrier-led cellular security service for IoT using SIM connectivity plus zero-trust controls. Recycling & Critical Minerals (India): N.A.N. GreenMet and Silox form a 50:50 JV to build large-scale Li-ion battery recycling and critical minerals recovery in Andhra Pradesh. E-waste Enforcement Gap (Bangladesh): Reporting highlights weak enforcement as hazardous e-waste imports continue despite existing rules. Telegram Ban Fight (India): Delhi High Court refused immediate relief to Telegram over a temporary restriction tied to NEET-UG re-exam concerns.