Recently, Trump stated that he received a call from Apple CEO Tim Cook, who expressed concern about the economic penalties imposed on Apple by the European Union. What does releasing such a signal during this particular period mean? Both Trump and Cook can utilize this information, with greater value for Trump. When combined with Elon Musk's endorsement of Trump and his pledge to randomly give away $1 million to voters daily, it sparks much speculation.

In an interview, Trump said, "Two hours ago, three hours ago, he (Cook) called me and said the EU just fined us $15 billion... In addition, they were also fined $2 billion by the EU." It's intriguing that Cook would call Trump about this at this juncture, and that Trump openly disclosed it. Is Cook seeking assistance or solutions, or is it merely a complaint? Is there a clear bias in Cook's intentions, or is it merely venting?

As is well known, US tech giants have been pursuing aggressive expansion in the digital economy, often in an exclusive and monopolistic manner. The EU has been closely monitoring these giants, making them frequent targets of investigation and scrutiny. It's common for US tech giants to face investigations and lawsuits, which is less prevalent in other markets. The giants often find excuses or even involve national agencies, which might explain why Cook would vent to Trump.

Recently, Apple lost a protracted legal battle with the EU and will be forced to pay Ireland an additional €13 billion ($14.08 billion) in back taxes. This is considered a successful example of the EU's crackdown on tech giant monopolies. However, this is just one of many such cases. This year, Apple was also fined $2 billion by the EU for hindering competition from music streaming rivals through restrictions on its App Store. Similarly, Google, Microsoft, Meta, and others have faced similar issues. The EU has been resolute and determined in its stance against tech giants in the digital realm, even extending its oversight to the AI sector, where future constraints may also affect companies like OpenAI. Similarly, US regulations are also stringent in this regard.

In the field of AI, there are many legal uncertainties that require ongoing verification. Short-term definitive regulations may be difficult to achieve, and further decisions will depend on the development of AIGC. Some believe that the current understanding of AIGC is overestimated, while others contend that AI could "take over" more human jobs. Ultimately, technological advancements will determine the truth. It is foreseeable that technological capabilities may surpass human judgments.

Trump is a shrewd individual who is always aware of his current tasks. Responding to Cook's outreach, Trump lobbied, saying, "Tim, I need to be elected first. But I won't let them take advantage of our company. That won't happen." This demonstrates Trump's cunning, as once elected, he would undoubtedly weigh and compare policies towards the EU, leveraging his business acumen. Of course, this assistance is contingent on his election. Interestingly, Apple has not confirmed the authenticity of this incident.

However, it is well known that European regulators have launched a series of investigations into large tech companies in recent years to curb their power and ensure a level playing field for smaller competitors. In this regard, the EU has undoubtedly been more resolute.