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Last updated: May 17, 2026, 5:33 AM ET

Market & Finance

Apple shares closed above $300 for the first time after investors rewarded stronger-than-expected earnings, a surging Services revenue stream, and a massive $100 billion buyback program, as the market increasingly looks past lingering AI valuation concerns.

Hardware Rumors

A quiet refresh of the Apple Watch is expected in September carrying forward the same design language, while a MacBook Pro redesign later this year will mark the first overhaul since 2021 and is rumored to include OLED displays and touchscreen support. Ahead of WWDC, which is less than a month away, iPhone 18 Pro rumors and the recently released iOS 26.5 are sharpening focus on what Apple will unveil across its hardware and software roadmaps.

Legal & Enterprise Security

Apple and Epic agreed on a pre-court schedule to discuss revised App Store fee proposals ahead of their next appeals hearing, keeping the regulatory pressure on the company's distribution model. Separately, AI-driven cybersecurity training for Mac admins is emerging as a priority as organizations brace for more sophisticated threats, with platforms like Mosyle integrating unified management tools to help IT teams adapt.

Privacy

Data brokers continue selling personal information to spammers and scammers, making removing personal data from the internet an urgent priority for consumers who cannot afford to leave their phone numbers, email addresses, and Social Security numbers exposed.