Google Removes 5.1 Billion Ads to Combat Online Scams
Google removed over 5.1 billion ads and suspended more than 39.2 million advertiser accounts in 2024 as part of its efforts to combat bad actors and protect users online. The company’s Ads Safety Report for 2024 revealed that artificial intelligence played a major role in identifying and blocking harmful content
Google Violates Antitrust Laws in Ad Market
A US judge has ruled that Google has violated antitrust laws by monopolizing the advertising technology market. The judge found that Google “willfully acquired and maintained monopoly power” in this market, harming rivals, publishers, and consumers online. The lawsuit, filed by the Department of Justice and eight US states in
DeepSeek: India’s Crucial AI Moment
A new, low-cost, open-source artificial intelligence model from a Chinese startup is disrupting the AI industry, posing a significant challenge to established players. This development has serious implications for India, which risks falling behind in the crucial field of AI development. The Chinese model achieves comparable results to those of
Google Business Boosts Local Art Exposure
In today’s digital landscape, artists and creatives can leverage online tools to gain visibility. A platform like Google My Business (GMB) offers a way for them to connect with potential clients and customers. GMB helps artists increase their online presence. When people search for local artists or related services, a
WhatsApp May Get Pixel Features
Google is developing a feature tentatively named “Pixel Besties” or “VIPs” for Pixel phones, designed to streamline communication with frequently contacted individuals. This feature may integrate with WhatsApp. Code found in a recent WhatsApp beta version includes a new content provider. This suggests WhatsApp might be incorporating support for the
Google Photos IDs AI Images Better
Google is introducing a new way to identify images altered by artificial intelligence. Pictures edited using the Reimagine tool in Google Photos will now feature invisible digital watermarks. This technology, called SynthID, embeds information within the image itself, revealing that AI has been used to modify it. Reimagine allows users
Google Predicts Commercial Quantum Apps by 2028
Quantum Computing Progresses Towards Commercial Viability Despite years of hype, quantum computing has yet to materialize as a practical technology. However, researchers at Google now argue that the tech is closer to commercial viability than some would have you believe. Google’s Quantum AI division, led by Hartmut Neven, predicts that
Google Drops Diversity Efforts Amid Trump-Style Shift
Google has dropped its diversity hiring targets after President Donald Trump’s order to end diversity, equity, and inclusion policies in the federal government. The tech giant, a federal contractor, has now joined other companies such as Meta and Amazon in scaling back its diversity efforts. In 2020, Google aimed to
Google Ad Sales Boost Hailed as Alphabet Stock Takes a Hit
Google’s Digital Ad Sales Continue to Grow, But AI-Related Revenue Falls Short Google’s digital ad sales continued to grow during the holiday season, but the company’s big bet on artificial intelligence (AI) did not yield the expected results. The company’s parent, Alphabet Inc., released its quarterly earnings, showing a 28%
Google Maps to Ditch UK and Irish School Reviews
Google to Remove UK and Irish School Reviews from Google Maps Google has agreed to remove all user comments and ratings of UK and Irish schools from Google Maps. The decision comes after a petition organized by a Merseyside teacher, who aimed to bring an end to often spiteful and
Google Maps to Integrate Gemini for Enhanced Navigation Assistance
Google is reportedly integrating its AI assistant Gemini into its Google Maps app. An unreleased feature has been discovered in the Google app for Android, allowing users to ask Gemini questions about specific locations on Google Maps. When activated, a new “Ask about place” button appears at the bottom of
Bizarre Google Earth Discoveries That Left People Speechless Worldwide
A Bizarre Side of Google Earth Revealed Google Earth is a powerful online tool that allows users to view a three-dimensional representation of the planet using satellite imagery. While exploring this program, people have stumbled upon some truly bizarre and interesting places that they feel compelled to share with others.
Google’s Low Storage Notifications Are Overly Aggressive
Google’s Heavy-Handed Techniques Spark Concerns Over Manipulation Google’s latest move to remind users to upgrade to Google One has sparked concerns over the company’s heavy-handed techniques. The company’s peers are increasingly relying on subscriptions to keep revenue growing and shareholders happy. There were probably a few meetings in Mountain View
Google Maps Redraws US Map
Google Maps has announced it will change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, bowing to U.S. political pressure. This significant alteration implies major adjustments to how advisors and clients will refer to this iconic water body, particularly within the United States. Meanwhile, Canadian users
Trump’s Order: Google Rechristens Gulf of Mexico as Gulf of America
In a recent announcement, Google declared that it will update both Google Maps and Google Earth. The modifications will follow the presidential proclamation by President Trump, who renamed Mount McKinley as Denali, in accordance with Alaska’s native people. The adjustments will apply to U.S. users and will not impact other
Google Simplifies Search URLs
Google has announced a major update to its mobile search results, aimed at simplifying the appearance of URLs for a more user-friendly experience. This redesign focuses on presenting a cleaner and more streamlined look, enhancing readability and usability on mobile devices. Like all organising efforts, this one came with its
Walmart Sells Google Nest Router for $45
While all the fun tech comes in the form of the very best Wi-Fi routers you can buy, not everyone needs all that power or premium features. Sometimes you just need something that will get the job done while being reliable enough to blend into the background. This deal fits
Trump Clashes with EU
President Trump called out the European Union for its antitrust battles with American tech giants, saying the billions of dollars in fines they’ve levied against US companies amount to a tax on American corporations. Trump made the comments during a virtual appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland,
