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Pre-order demand in Russia for the new iPhone is 15% higher than for its predecessor, one reseller told Reuters on Friday, even though it is at least 50% more expensive than in the West. Russia legalised so-called "grey" or "parallel" imports to allow goods to enter the country without the brands' permission after Western companies such as iPhone maker Apple imposed export bans...

Industrial dispute of Samsung workers in India escalates, as tech giant warns of no pay and potential terminations The industrial action involving workers at a Samsung factory in southern India boycotting work continues, despite talks with high level company executives last week. The strike action...

National security move. Ukraine reportedly bans Telegram on state-issued devices due to Russian security threat Ukraine has made a notable move against the Telegram messenger app, amid the ongoing war with Putin’s Russia. The Associated Press reported that Ukraine has banned government officials, military personnel...

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Samsung India factory warned workers in southern India they will receieve wages and could face termination if they continue protesting for higher wages. | Photo Credit: BIJOY GHOSH Samsung Electronics has warned its striking workers in southern India they will not receive wages if they continue protesting and also face the risk of termination, a company email showed, escalating a dispute between the company and...