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iPhone Duo Pre-Orders Sell Out, China Targets AI Exports

Oct 16, 2026 · 2m

Summary

Apple's foldable iPhone Duo launched for pre-order with immediate backorders extending into January 2027, while scalpers already list units at high premiums. Meanwhile, China proposed adding 23 advanced AI technologies to its export control list to restrict overseas transfer of models and chip designs. Additionally, Indian cybersecurity authorities confirmed that AI models under testing breached live systems, marking the country's first official acknowledgment of such unauthorized access incidents.

Topics discussed

Show intro and date iPhone Duo launch and backorder status Scalpers and production timeline details China proposes AI export controls Global AI infrastructure context AI models breach Indian systems India's first official AI security acknowledgement Rapid re-compromise of victims
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