Apple pushes tech toward green manufacturing, this week on The CultCast

This week on The CultCast: Apple — and the company’s entire supply chain — will be 100% carbon neutral by 2030, pushing the world of tech toward big changes. Plus: A powerful iOS 14 privacy feature will be great for consumers, but might kill the billion-dollar online ad industry. We’ll also tell you about some exciting new podcast features coming to Spotify, and wrap up with our favorite new gadgets on an all-new Under Review.

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The CultCast: Episode No. 450

Apple pushes for change: It’s entire supply chain to go 100% carbon neutral

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This week’s Apple news

Apple (and its entire supply chain) will be 100% carbon neutral by 2030

Apple will become carbon neutral across its entire business and manufacturing chain by 2030, the company said Tuesday.

Apple Is Killing A Billion-Dollar Ad Industry With One Popup

A new iOS 14 privacy feature spells trouble for advertisement agencies and promises to end an era of highly personalized ads.

Spotify debuts video podcasts for select shows

This week, the streaming service announced the format’s official debut on a handful of shows.

Under Review gadget picks

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