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Australia fines Google $36m over anticompetitive search engine deals
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US proposes remedies to curb Google’s search dominance

The U.S. Department of Justice is considering significant actions aimed at dismantling Google’s dominance in the search market, a move that analysts warn could undermine the company’s primary revenue source and hinder its advancements in artificial intelligence. However, the final resolution of this situation may still be years away. On Tuesday, the DOJ announced it […]

Google to pay $30m to settle YouTube children’s privacy lawsuit
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US considers Google breakup amid antitrust case

The US Justice Department has informed a federal judge that it is contemplating a recommendation to force Google to divest certain parts of its operations to address the harm caused by its monopolization of the online search market. This potential move could result in a historic antitrust breakup of the tech giant, according to Bloomberg. […]

Vodafone partners Google to boost AI phones, services across Africa, Europe
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Vodafone partners Google to boost AI phones, services across Africa, Europe

Vodafone Group Plc has entered into a 10-year partnership with Alphabet Inc.’s Google to provide advanced cloud services, generative artificial intelligence tools, and enhanced cybersecurity features to customers across Africa and Europe. The deal marks a significant step towards integrating AI technologies into Vodafone’s offerings, aimed at improving digital experiences and boosting operational efficiency. Vodafone […]

Google to pay $30m to settle YouTube children’s privacy lawsuit
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US Judge orders Google to permit rival apps on play store

In a significant ruling on Monday, a U.S. District Judge ordered Alphabet’s Google to overhaul its mobile app operations, enhancing options for Android users to download apps and make in-app purchases. This decision follows a jury verdict last year favouring Epic Games, the developer of “Fortnite,” according to Reuters. Judge James Donato, based in San […]

Google adds seamless account switching to Chrome on iOS
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Google expands gmail Q&A feature to iPhones

A few months ago, Google launched a new feature for Gmail that leverages its Gemini AI, allowing users to search for specific emails by asking questions. The feature, known as Gmail Q&A, enables users to find information quickly, such as asking, “What time is our dinner reservation on Saturday?” Initially available only on Android devices, […]

Google to revises app rules after EU charges over market abuse
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Google introduces ads in AI overviews to enhance search experience

Google announced on Thursday that it will begin displaying ads within its AI Overviews, the AI-generated summaries for select search queries. These summaries will also include links to relevant web pages, further enriching the user experience. This rollout will commence in the U.S. this week, coinciding with the introduction of AI-organized search results pages. The […]

Australia fines Google $36m over anticompetitive search engine deals
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Russia fines Google, Discord for failing to delete certain content

A Russian court on Monday fined tech giant Google and messaging platform Discord for not complying with Russia’s demands to delete or restrict access to certain online content. The fines were issued by the Tagansky District Court, which penalized both companies 3.5 million roubles ($37,675) each. Google was fined for failing to remove content that […]

Google unveils next Gen tools for retailers
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Google to invest $1bn to boost cloud infrastructure in Thailand

Google announced on Monday that it will invest 36 billion Thai baht, or approximately $1 billion, to establish a new data center and expand cloud infrastructure in Thailand. This investment represents a significant ramp-up of Google’s operations in Asia and underscores the company’s commitment to integrating artificial intelligence into its global strategy. This was disclosed […]

Google TV enhances features ahead of new streaming box launch
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Google TV enhances features ahead of new streaming box launch

As Google prepares to launch its latest set-top streaming device, the Google TV Streamer, the tech giant has announced a series of exciting updates for all Google TV devices. Key enhancements include a new home panel for smart home control, AI-powered screensavers, a dedicated sports page, and more. The company revealed these features on Monday, […]

Google to pay $30m to settle YouTube children’s privacy lawsuit
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Google loses final appeal against EU’s €2.4bn antitrust penalty

Google has lost its final legal challenge on Tuesday against a European Union penalty, concluding a prolonged case that resulted in a substantial fine. The European Union’s Court of Justice upheld a lower court’s ruling, affirming the €2.4 billion ($2.7 billion) penalty imposed by the European Commission. The fine was levied for providing an illegal […]

Australia fines Google $36m over anticompetitive search engine deals
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Google guilty of abusing dominance in digital ad, says UK regulator

Britain’s Competition and Markets Authority announced on Friday that it has provisionally found Alphabet’s Google guilty of abusing its dominant position in digital advertising, thereby restricting competition. The CMA believes Google has engaged in anti-competitive practices by favoring its own ad exchange, AdX, in the open display ad tech market, potentially harming thousands of British […]

Australia fines Google $36m over anticompetitive search engine deals
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Google eyes hyperscale data center Investment in Vietnam

Alphabet’s Google is reportedly considering a significant investment to establish a hyperscale data center in Vietnam, marking the first major venture of its kind by a leading U.S. tech company in the country. According to a source familiar with the matter, Google is exploring the development of the data center near Ho Chi Minh City, […]