Group 1 - Apple has stopped signing iOS 18.5, meaning users who upgraded to iOS 18.6 can no longer downgrade to the previous version [1][3] - iOS 18.6 was released over a week ago, focusing on security updates and addressing more than 20 vulnerabilities [3] - The signing process is a verification check conducted by Apple on its servers when downloading a new iOS version, ensuring users install the latest security improvements [3] Group 2 - The cessation of signing for iOS 18.5 is part of Apple's strategy to ensure customers have the latest security enhancements and are protected from known attacks [3] - Apple typically stops signing old software about a week after releasing an update, reinforcing its commitment to user security [3]

Core Points - Apple has released iOS 18.5, highlighting 33 reasons for users to update their iPhones, primarily due to significant security fixes addressing serious vulnerabilities [1][4] - The update includes multiple fixes for vulnerabilities in WebKit, which is the underlying engine for Safari, including a type confusion issue reported by Google's V8 security team [3] - iOS 18.5 also addresses a vulnerability in Core Bluetooth that could allow applications to access sensitive user data, and a flaw in iCloud document sharing that might enable unauthorized sharing of iCloud folders [3][4] Security Enhancements - The update is considered a major upgrade with over 30 important security fixes, enhanced AI privacy features, updates to the Mail app, and a new Pride Harmony wallpaper [4] - Notably, the vulnerabilities fixed in iOS 18.5 have not yet been exploited in actual attacks, but it is anticipated that attackers will eventually leverage these vulnerabilities [4] - iOS 18.5 is compatible with iPhone XS and newer models, as well as various iPad models including iPad Pro and iPad Air [4]

Economic Data - The U.S. non-farm payroll report for April will be released on May 2 [1] - China's CPI for April is scheduled for May 10 [1] - The U.S. CPI for April will be published on May 13 [1] - China's national economic operation report for April will be announced on May 19 [1] Central Bank Decisions - The Bank of Japan's interest rate decision is set for May 1 [1] - The Federal Reserve and the Bank of England will announce their interest rate decisions on May 8 [1] - China's central bank will also have a decision on May 20 [1] Corporate Earnings Reports - Meta's earnings report is expected on May 1 [2] - Apple and Amazon will report earnings on May 2 [2] - Berkshire Hathaway's earnings report will be released on May 3, coinciding with Warren Buffett's shareholder meeting [2] - Alibaba's earnings report is anticipated on May 13 [2] - Tencent and Xiaomi are expected to report on May 14 [2] - NetEase and Baidu will report on May 21 [2] - Nvidia's earnings report is scheduled for May 28 [2] International Events - The 46th ASEAN Summit will take place on May 26-27 [5] - The 39th OPEC and non-OPEC oil-producing countries ministerial meeting is set for May 28 [5] - The European Central Bank Forum will occur on May 6-7 [3] Industry Events - Lenovo's Innovation Technology Conference is scheduled for May 7, where humanoid robot products are expected to be launched [5] - Microsoft's Build Developer Conference will take place from May 19-22 [6] - Google's I/O Developer Conference is set for May 20-21 [7] Holidays and Market Closures - Labor Day holiday will affect global markets on May 1 [9] - Labor Day holiday in mainland China and Buddha's Birthday in Hong Kong and South Korea will be observed on May 5 [10]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the media and internet sector [5]. Core Views - The report highlights the rapid advancements in AI applications and the significant growth in the millet trading volume, with a 105% year-on-year increase in 2024 [2][4]. - The first quarter of 2025 saw record-high millet trading volumes, indicating a strong upward trend in the IP millet industry [2][4]. - The report emphasizes the importance of performance in the gaming sector and the recovery of the domestic film industry, recommending specific companies for investment [4][41]. Summary by Sections Industry Performance - The media sector experienced a slight increase of 0.14% during the week of April 19-25, underperforming compared to the CSI 300 index (0.38%) and the ChiNext index (1.74%) [12][19]. - Notable gainers included companies like Shengyi Technology and Happiness Blue Sea, while major decliners included Rebate Technology and Mango Super Media [12][19]. Key Developments - Manus AI, a general-purpose AI entity, successfully raised $75 million, quadrupling its valuation to nearly $500 million [2][16]. - Baidu launched its new Wenxin large model series, significantly improving processing speed and reducing costs by 80% [2][17]. - ByteDance's AI application platform "Kouzi Space" began internal testing, enhancing collaborative office capabilities [2][18]. - The "2025 Xianyu Millet Trend Report" indicated a substantial increase in domestic millet consumption, surpassing Japanese millet [2][18]. Important Data Tracking - The box office for the week of April 20-27 reached 191 million yuan, with "Nezha: The Devil's Child" leading at 51 million yuan [19][21]. - The gaming sector's top revenue generators in March 2025 were "Whiteout Survival," "PUBG Mobile," and "Gossip Harbor: Merge & Story" [28][29]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on AI applications and IP trends, with specific recommendations for companies like Bubble Mart and others in the industry chain [4][41][42]. - It also highlights the gaming sector's recovery and recommends companies such as Kaiying Network and Giant Network [4][41]. - The report advises monitoring the media sector for advertising growth as the economy improves, recommending companies like Focus Media and Mango Super Media [4][41].