Will AI iPhones unlock big money in China?

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SALTY STORIES OF THE WEEK 🧂

Want some seasoning? Here are the saltiest AI stories in FRY-nance from this week:

• iPhone sales in China have dropped in the past few months due to a lack of AI features, which affected Apple’s recent earnings. In response, Apple made a deal with e-commerce giant Alibaba to bring AI services to its devices in China. The two companies have reportedly submitted their co-developed AI features for regulatory approval. Previously, Apple worked with Chinese tech firms like Baidu but was dissatisfied with their AI models. Analysts view this new partnership as a positive step in a competitive Chinese market. Apple plans to launch these AI features on iPhone in China by April. (Read More)

• Amazon revealed plans for over $100 billion in capital expenditures for 2025, with most of it aimed at bolstering AI capabilities in its cloud division, AWS. (Read More)

• Salesforce, a U.S.-based software company, is investing $500 million in Saudi Arabia to boost AI technologies and workforce development. The move aligns with Salesforce’s plan to expand its regional presence with a new headquarters in Riyadh. This initiative will allow local businesses and professionals to access Salesforce’s products while adhering to the Saudi Arabia’s regulatory requirements. (Read More)

THIS WEEK’S DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH 💎

Q: How do you get a pony’s attention?

A: “Hay!” 🐴

This week’s diamond in the rough: Pony AI (PONY)

How is Pony AI using AI? Pony AI is a Chinese autonomous vehicle maker. The company went public in November and currently operates a fleet of 250 robotaxis and 190 robotrucks in major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen.

Why is Pony AI valuable? Pony AI recently announced plans to expand into shuttle services at Hong Kong International Airport. It also received approval to test autonomous trucks on highways connecting Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei Province—a key step toward adoption in the freight sector. Beyond China, Pony AI is working on establishing a footprint in Europe, East Asia, and the Middle East, signaling more expansion to come. Pony AI has plans to scale up to 68,000 robotaxis and 6,300 robotrucks by 2029. While the company is not yet profitable, analysts at Bank of America expect it to break even within the next five years.

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FRY-NANCIAL TOOL OF THE WEEK 🔧

Q: Why was the tomato broke?

A: It could never ketchup on its credit card debt. 🍅

What is the tool? Rolly is an AI-powered money tracking app that allows you to record and categorize transactions through chats.

How does it work?

1. Create an account: Download the Rolly app and sign up.

2. Enter transactions: Tell Rolly about your transactions.

3. Monitor progress: Receive real-time updates on your spending habits to stay on track. Rolly will give you interactive and sometimes hilarious comments on your transactions, depending on its mood. It can be happy, sad or angry at what you bought—you never know!

4. Ask questions: Ask Rolly anything about your finances, whether it pertains to your budget, spending, or goals. Rolly can always provide you with detailed insights and even create interactive charts.

5. Achieve your financial dreams: Celebrate your financial success!

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