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Google to bring Android-like system for headsets and glasses

Google has recently announced the launch of Android XR, a new operating system designed for the next generation of extended reality (XR) devices, including headsets and glasses.

Turkey fines Google $75 mln over antitrust violations in ad market

Turkey’s antitrust regulator has imposed a fine of 2.61 billion lira (approximately $75 million) on Alphabet Inc.’s Google for abusing its dominant position in the ad server services market, according to a recent report by Reuters.

US lawmakers tell Apple, Google to prepare for the removal of TikTok by January

US lawmakers have recently instructed Google’s parent company, Alphabet, and Apple to prepare for the removal of TikTok from their app stores by January 19.

Australia to force Meta, Google to pay for news

Traditional media companies the world over are in a battle for survival as precious advertising dollars are hoovered up online.

Google’s top trending searches for 2024: “demure meaning” among top searched

As the year comes to an end, Google has unveiled its top trending searches for 2024 in a blog post on December 10, offering a snapshot of global interests ranging from major sporting events to viral cultural moments.

Google announces quantum computing chip breakthrough

The new chip called "Willow" does in minutes what it would take leading supercomputers 10 septillion years to complete

Google launches GenCast for accurate weather forecast

Google has recently unveiled GenCast, an AI powered weather forecasting model capable of delivering highly accurate forecasts, including predictions for extreme weather events, up to 15 days in advance, according to a recent blog by Google DeepMind.

Google Photos introduces 2024 Recap feature

Google Photos has launched a new feature called 2024 Recap, which offers users a way to review highlights from their year through selected photos and insights. The feature creates a memory with chosen photos, accompanied by graphics and effects, and is being gradually rolled out.

Xbox games on Android delayed due to legal disputes with Google

Microsoft's plan to allow Android users to play and purchase Xbox games directly through the Xbox App has hit an unexpected obstacle due to legal challenges in court.

October 9, 2024
October 9, 2024

Neither precedent nor Trump can save Big Tech

After losing a jury trial against game store Epic Games in December, a judge has now ruled that Google must open a key piece of its Android smartphone operating system

October 9, 2024
October 9, 2024

US says weighing big changes at Google, including breakup

Determining how to address Google's wrongs is the next stage of a landmark antitrust trial that saw the company in August judged a monopolist by US District Court Judge Amit Mehta.

October 8, 2024
October 8, 2024

US judge orders Google to open Android to rival app stores

The San Francisco jury in December took just a few hours to decide against Google, finding that the company had embarked on various illegal strategies to maintain its app store monopoly on Android phones.

October 7, 2024
October 7, 2024

Google parent company partners with Hyundai to build EVs

Waymo, the autonomous driving technology company owned by Google parent Alphabet, is teaming up with South Korean automaker Hyundai to bring electric vehicles to its growing robotaxi fleet in the US.

October 6, 2024
October 6, 2024

Google testing new 'verified check mark' feature

Google is testing a new feature that displays verified check marks next to certain businesses in its search results, aiming to help users identify trustworthy sources.

October 2, 2024
October 2, 2024

AI's next feat will be its descent from the cloud

Google owner Alphabet, Microsoft and Meta Platforms, which owns Instagram and Facebook, are forecast to spend a combined $160 billion in capital expenditures next year,

September 30, 2024
September 30, 2024

Google announces $1 bln in Thai data centre

Alphabet Inc's Google announced on Monday an investment of $1 billion to establish a new data centre and cloud region in Thailand, according to a recent report by Reuters.

September 30, 2024
September 30, 2024

Epic Games to take legal action against Google and Samsung for unfair competition

Epic Games, the creator of the popular game "Fortnite," has announced plans to file a lawsuit against tech giants Google and Samsung, alleging conspiracy to restrain competition in the app market.

September 29, 2024
September 29, 2024

Trump plans to prosecute Google if re-elected

In a recent post on his social media platform, Truth Social, former US President Donald Trump pledged to seek the prosecution of Google if he wins the upcoming presidential election on November 5, 2024, as per a recent report by Reuters.

September 27, 2024
September 27, 2024

Google Maps will restrict business profiles for fake reviews

Google Maps is tightening its grip on businesses engaging in fake reviews by imposing restrictions on profiles that violate the platform’s Fake Engagement policy, according to the support page of the company.