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Google Launches 'AI Futures Fund' To Invest In Promising AI Startups
Through this fund, selected startups will receive direct investment from Google, early access to its AI models, and guidance from Google's team of researchers, engineers, and business experts. They will also get credits to use services on Google Cloud.
Google Maps Gets Creepy Cool, Now Scans Your iPhone Screenshots to Track Places You've Seen Online
Google Maps now auto-scans your iPhone screenshots to detect and save real-world locations using AI—no more forgetting cool places you spot online.
Google Faces Ad-Tech Breakup as US Targets Illegal Monopoly
The US targets Google's ad-tech monopoly with a proposed breakup to restore competition.
Google Trolls Apple Over iPhone 17's New Camera Bar: Copycat Claims Fly in Latest Pixel Ad
Google shades Apple in a savage new ad, claiming the iPhone 17's camera bar rips off the Pixel, reviving the Android vs iPhone rivalry in style.
Google Play Slashes 1.6 Million Apps In Brutal Crackdown On Low-Quality Content
Google Play has undertaken a significant cleanup, slashing 1.6 million apps since the start of 2024 in a bid to improve quality.
ChatGPT Adds Shopping Help, Intensifying Google Rivalry
OpenAI announced Monday that ChatGPT is now helping users find products online, enhancing its challenge to Google amid regulatory pressure on the search giant's market dominance.
Trial Testimony Reveals OpenAI Interest In Chrome: Reports
OpenAI is ready to buy Chrome if Google is forced to sell its popular browser as part of antitrust trial, a top executive testified Tuesday, according to media reports.
Google Layoffs Hit Hard: Android and Pixel Departments Streamlined, What's Behind the Cuts?
Google's shock layoffs hit Android and Pixel teams, raising fears for mobile innovation. Discover why it's happening and what's next for tech fans.
Google Messages Adds 'Unsubscribe' Button to Stop Spammy Texts, But It's Only Available in Few Regions
Google Messages now lets you easily opt out of spam texts with a new "Unsubscribe" button—no more unwanted messages.
Google Cloud Facilitates AI Surveillance Along U.S.-Mexico Border Despite Prior Denials: Report
In 2020, Google Cloud CEO told employees that the company was "not working on any projects associated with immigration enforcement at the southern border"
Google Accused of 'Woke Discrimination' After Ex-Exec Claims Female Boss Ruined His Career
A former Google executive is suing his ex-manager for discrimination and retaliation after experiencing sexism in the workplace, claiming only women were included in meetings and considered for promotions.
Google Sues Maryland Business Owner Over Fake Listings, Consumer Data Sales
Google is suing Yaniv Asayag and co-conspirators for creating fake business listings, misleading customers, and selling personal data.
Google Parent Alphabet to Buy Wiz for $32B in Cloud Security Push
Google acquires cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32B, its largest deal yet, aiming to strengthen cloud security amid rising AI-driven cyber threats.
Google's Gemini 2.0 Flash Model Helps Remove Watermarks From Images, Generatively Fill Gaps
Google's latest AI model, Gemini 2.0 Flash, is celebrated for its capabilities to remove watermarks from images excellently.
New Report Warns About Risks Of Using Phones To Tap To Pay
The watchdog report warns users could be harmed unless backups like physical cards or cash are used with digital wallet transactions.
Texas Company Raises $350 Million To Produce AI-Powered Humanoid Robots
The funds will allow Apptronik to develop its "groundbreaking" robot, Apollo, that will be able to work in manufacturing and later in healthcare.
Google Cites Trump Admin's 'Legal Directions' As Company Faces Backlash for Getting Rid of DEI Initiatives
Google cited the Trump administration's "legal directions" but insists that they still care about diversity efforts after backlash for removing DEI initiatives.
Google Changes Name Of Gulf Of Mexico To 'Gulf Of America' For US Users
Google on Monday changed the name of the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America" for those using its Maps platform inside the United States, complying with an executive order by President Donald Trump.
Google Halts Workplace Diversity Push
Google parent company Alphabet has stopped making diversity and inclusion a workplace priority, according to a filing Wednesday with US regulators.
Google Pledge Against Using AI For Weapons Vanishes
Google on Tuesday updated its principles when it comes to artificial intelligence, removing vows not to use the technology for weapons or surveillance.
OpenAI Targets $340B Valuation In New Funding Round
Global tech investor SoftBank Group is in discussions to lead the round, with plans to contribute between $15 billion and $25 billion.
DeepSeek AI Startup Claims 'Malicious Attacks', Temporarily Limits User Registrations
The company's AI Assistant topped the charts on Apple's App Store in the U.S. this week.
Google Promises To Take 'Rigorous Steps' To Combat Fake Reviews
The company agreed to crack down on rogue reviewers and businesses that profit from bogus reviews.
Google To Allow Students To Control Chromebooks With Facial Gestures
Google unveiled new features to Chromebook, including a ground-breaking accessibility tool that lets students control their devices using facial gestures.
Is Your Google Account Hacked? Look for These 4 Key Warning Signs
You also have a responsibility to take action whenever your Google account is hacked. So be mindful of these signs of a hacked account.
Google Reshapes Itself Amid AI Rivalry: 10% Managerial Cuts And A New Vision For 'Googleyness'
Google has reduced its managerial workforce by 10% as part of ongoing efforts to streamline operations amid increasing competition from AI rivals like OpenAI.
Google Unveils Whisk: A New AI Tool For Image Creation
The new AI tool, launched in the United States, allows users to effortlessly create images with a simple drag and drop without needing a single line of text.
Google Faces Two New Antitrust Challenges From India, Canada
India's competition watchdog orders new probe on Google following complaint for alleged discrimination.
US FTC Opens Broader Antitrust Probe Into Microsoft
U.S. regulator is moving for a broader antitrust probe into Microsoft's licensing system.
US Judge Orders No Delay In Trial Of DOJ's Case Against Google
A U.S. judge stated that it will not be delaying the trial of the case filed by the DOJ against Google.