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Qualcomm is a monopoly, judge rules; Apple sends out WWDC invites

Today's major tech stories include Amazon shareholder's efforts failing to curb facial recognition development, a ruling that declares Qualcomm a monopoly and Apple sending out WWDC invites.

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<p>A Boeing 737 Max 7 lands at Boeing Field in Seattle after a test flight to evaluate the MCAS software fix.</p>

Boeing 737 Max won't be rushed back to flight, FAA chief says

Federal regulators are reviewing the aircraft maker's proposed remedy to issue linked to two fatal crashes.

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Samsung asks court to mask details of Qualcomm settlement

Electronics giant says disclosure of previously confidential details could "irreparably harm" its business.

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<p>Alphabet, Google's parent company, will be redeveloping 3.3 million acres along the waterfront of Lake Ontario for its Sidewalk Labs initiative.</p>

Alphabet's Toronto smart campus reportedly opening around late 2023

The tech giant's first smart buildings will open in either late 2023 or early 2024, according to a CNBC report.

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<p>An artist's rendering of what the cars used in the Boring Company's Las Vegas loop tunnels might look like.</p>

Boring Company wins approval of $48M Las Vegas loop contract

Loop of underground tunnels will ferry passengers around new convention center.

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Redditor allowed to stay anonymous, court rules

In a copyright lawsuit, a Jehovah's Witness has been given protections regarding anonymous online free speech.

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<p>Amazon will pay you $25 to scan your body.&nbsp;</p>

Amazon reportedly wants to 3D-scan your body for a $25 gift card

Amazon wants to learn about your body, but you won't be allowed to talk about what happens.

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<p>Female AIs as a default on assistant devices has larger consequences than you might think.</p>

AI voice assistants promote sexist attitudes toward women, UN says

Default voices reinforce the stereotype of women being "obliging, docile and eager-to-please helpers," says a United Nations report.

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Powerful chipmaker Qualcomm is just too powerful, judge rules

From The 3:59 show: It could change Qualcomm's entire business model, but that doesn't mean your next phone will be any cheaper.

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<p>Irwin Jacobs, Qualcomm co-founder, took the stand in his company's defense Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>

Qualcomm-FTC lawsuit: Everything you need to know

A judge rules the chipmaker is a monopoly, dealing a blow to Qualcomm.

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<p>A UK chip designer reportedly suspended business dealings with Huawei.</p>

Chip designer Arm ditches Huawei because of Trump ban

But all licenses already signed will still be in effect, which means Huawei can build its own chips for several years to come.

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<p>A picture shows the Huawei logo and signage at their main UK offices in Reading, west of London, on April 29, 2019. - British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt has urged caution over the role of China's Huawei in the UK, saying the government should think carefully before opening its doors to the technology giant to develop next-generation 5G mobile networks. His comments come after Prime Minister Theresa May conditionally allowed China's Huawei to build the UK 5G network, information that was leaked to a newspaper from top secret discussions between senior ministers and security officials, a leak that has caused a scandal that has rocked Britain's splintered government. (Photo by Adrian DENNIS / AFP) (Photo credit should read ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP/Getty Images)</p>

What is going on between Huawei and the US?

Some of the most intriguing smartphones in the world may face problems because of the US government. Meanwhile, owners of early Pixels may be due for a payout after a Google settlement. All that, your comments and more on this episode of Alphabet City.

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