Apple buys Israeli startup Q.ai as the AI race heats up
February 3, 2026
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•Apple acquires the startup Q.ai to enhance its artificial intelligence capabilities, particularly in audio and facial recognition.
•This acquisition, valued at nearly $2 billion, is one of Apple's largest, underscoring its strategic investment in AI.
•The Q.ai team joins Apple, bringing their expertise in machine learning and image processing, which could accelerate the development of new features and products.
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Apple buys Israeli startup Q.ai as the AI race heats up | Veille IA Shiftometer