"After the social media industry and streaming companies, now some big US brands are also boycotting Russia."
Several big brand companies from the United States (US) have acted to block their products and services in response to the opposition to Russia's actions in attacking Ukraine.
Entering a week after Vladimir Putin’s government acted to attack Ukraine, Apple; Ford day; Harley-Davidson is also seen joining several social media giants and streaming companies imposing sanctions on Russia.
This is a summary of several large US companies that also condemned Russia's actions.
Apple
Apple has stopped selling iPhone products and the like in Russia.
It has also blocked app downloads for some government -backed news services outside Russia, in addition to announcing Apple Pay facilities are restricted.
In addition, it also disables 2 traffic functions and ‘live incidents’ on Apple Map in Ukraine as a safety measure for Kyiv residents.
Apple Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tim Cook in a statement expressed his sympathy and support for Ukraine affected by Russia’s violent actions.
Alphabet Inc. has dropped a Russian government -backed news publisher.
It has prevented RT channels and several others from receiving money for ads on its YouTube websites, apps and videos.
This action is in line with Microsoft which also removed the RT mobile app from the Window Apps Store as well as blocking pro -Russian media.
Ford Motor and Harley-Davidson
Ford, which owns 3 factories in cooperation with Russia, has suspended operations in the country.
Ford has issued a statement condemning Russia's subsequent action to suspend the operation of its plant located in Russia as a symbol of resistance.
Harley-Davidson has stopped shipments of its motorcycles to Russia as a precautionary measure against the damage that has been done as a result of the attacks carried out.
