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Apple Inc. is a leading American multinational technology company known for pioneering personal computing, mobile devices, and software ecosystems. Founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, Apple revolutionized technology with the first commercially successful personal computer and mainstream adoption of the graphical user interface (GUI), setting new standards in product design, user experience, and seamless integration across devices[2]. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, Apple’s product lineup includes the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, Apple Watch, AirPods, and services such as the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company has built a vast ecosystem that enables third-party developers to expand product functionalities, strengthening its market dominance. Apple is widely recognized for its innovation in hardware, software, and services, with an emphasis on aesthetics and privacy. In 2025, Apple committed to its largest-ever investment initiative, pledging $600 billion over four years in the United States to boost manufacturing, research and development, and advanced technology sectors like artificial intelligence (AI) and silicon engineering[1][3]. This includes new manufacturing facilities, expanded R&D centers, and a program called the American Manufacturing Program (AMP) to encourage domestic production of critical components. These efforts support over 450,000 U.S. jobs and aim to establish a robust supply chain within the country[3]. Financially, Apple remains a powerhouse with a market capitalization of $3.84 trillion and annual revenue exceeding $400 billion. However, in 2025, it faced challenges including a 19% decline in stock value, intensified regulatory scrutiny from the U.S. Department of Justice over antitrust issues, legal disputes related to the App Store, and competitive pressure in AI technology[1][2]. Despite these hurdles, Apple continues to innovate, recently updating its software platforms with a unified "Liquid Glass" design and expanding its AI-driven personal assistant, Apple Intelligence[1]. Under CEO Tim Cook’s leadership, Apple balances technological advancement

## Overview WhatsApp is a globally dominant messaging platform owned by Meta, offering instant messaging, voice and video calls, file sharing, and a suite of business communication tools. In 2025, it boasts over 2.9 billion monthly active users, making it the most widely used messaging app in the world[1]. The app’s universal appeal lies in its simplicity, reliability, and cross-platform availability, serving both personal and business communication needs across more than 180 countries[2]. ## History Launched in 2009 by Jan Koum and Brian Acton, WhatsApp revolutionized mobile communication by providing a free, ad-free alternative to SMS. Its rapid growth attracted Facebook (now Meta), which acquired the company in 2014 for $19 billion. In 2018, WhatsApp expanded its reach with the launch of WhatsApp Business and the WhatsApp Business API, empowering companies—especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)—to engage customers, provide support, and even conduct sales directly through the platform[2][3]. ## Key Achievements and Innovations WhatsApp’s success is marked by its massive user base, high engagement rates, and continuous innovation. Recent developments include AI-powered message drafting assistants, multilingual auto-translation for chats, screen sharing in calls, and a redesigned web interface supporting multi-device login[1]. The platform now integrates with Meta’s hardware ecosystem, such as Quest and Ray-Ban smart glasses, enabling voice-activated messaging. WhatsApp Pay has expanded its peer-to-peer payment features, while custom AI avatars and weekly message summary digests add personalization and analytics for users[1]. For businesses, WhatsApp has become indispensable. Over 50 million companies use WhatsApp Business, with 84% of Indian SMEs considering it essential for scaling operations[2]. The WhatsApp Business API enables automation through chatbots, personalized marketing, and deep CRM integrations, allowing businesses to deliver tailored offers, manage orders, and provide real-time customer service at scale[