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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.

September 18, 2024
September 18, 2024

Google wins EU antitrust case, overturns $1.7 bln fine

Google secured a victory on Wednesday by overturning a 1.49 billion euro ($1.7 billion) antitrust fine imposed by the European Union (EU).

September 15, 2024
September 15, 2024

Google tests desktop windowing for Android tablets

Google is testing a new desktop windowing feature for Android tablets, allowing users to freely resize and rearrange apps on their screens. The feature, now available as a developer preview, is designed to enhance multitasking by giving users greater control over how they manage apps on their tablets.

September 10, 2024
September 10, 2024

Google loses seven-year battle against $2.7 bln fine

Google has recently lost a battle against a 2.24 billion euro ($2.7 billion) fine that was issued by EU antitrust regulators in 2017. The European Commission issued the fine seven years ago, accusing Google of exploiting its price comparison shopping service to gain an unfair competitive advantage over smaller European competitors.

September 9, 2024
September 9, 2024

US takes on Google's ad tech empire in antitrust trial

The US government specifically alleges that Google controls the market for publishing banner ads on websites, including those of many creators and news providers.

September 8, 2024
September 8, 2024

Google unveils 5 new Android features

Google has recently announced five new Android features that aim to improve user experience across a variety of platforms, from accessibility tools to enhanced navigation.

September 7, 2024
September 7, 2024

Google 'anti-competitive' over online ad tech: UK

US tech titan Google employs "anti-competitive practices" with regards to online advertising, Britain's competition watchdog concluded Friday in provisional findings of a two-year long investigation

September 3, 2024
September 3, 2024

Google to pay up to $250,000 to find bugs in Chrome

To keep Google Chrome safe, the tech giant has been running a program called the Chrome Vulnerability Rewards Program (VRP) for the past 14 years. This program rewards security researchers—people who find and report bugs or vulnerabilities in software—with cash prizes of up to $250,000.

September 1, 2024
September 1, 2024

OpenAI, Meta flex muscles as AI race heats up

OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, said that usage of its iconic chatbot had more than doubled since November to 200 million active monthly users

August 30, 2024
August 30, 2024

Google to build data centre in Vietnam: Report

Alphabet's Google is planning to build a large data centre in Vietnam, according to sources by Reuters.

August 29, 2024
August 29, 2024

Google Meet launches AI-powered “take notes for me” feature

Google Meet has introduced a new AI-powered feature called “take notes for me,” designed to automatically summarise meetings.