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What is Google?

American technology company Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin when they were PhD students at Stanford University in California. The company, which started as an online search engine, now also offers internet services, enterprise solutions, smartphones, tablets, notebooks, smart speakers, virtual reality headsets, artificial intelligence, maps and navigation services, etc.
 
Google was originally planned to be named googol, a mathematical term for the numerical digit 1 followed by 100 zeroes (10100). The name Google was the result of a misspelling. So, the word had no meaning at the time the company was formed. Today, however, the
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Delhi High Court directs Google, Apple to act against pornographic apps

Court says intermediaries must exercise due diligence while allowing apps on their platforms and ensure compliance with IT Rules, 2021

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Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 10:20 PM IST

Android Auto to get a boost with immersive navigation, Gemini Intelligence

Google is bringing a redesigned Android Auto interface, immersive Maps navigation, Gemini AI features, full HD video playback, and Dolby Atmos support to supported vehicles later this year

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Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 5:33 PM IST

Googlebook platform combines Android and ChromeOS with Gemini at centre

Google has introduced Googlebook, a new AI-focused laptop category that combines Gemini Intelligence, Android integration, ChromeOS features, and cross-device workflows into one experience

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Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 5:05 PM IST

Android 17 widgets vs Nothing Essential apps: What are the key differences

Google's Gemini-powered "Create My Widget" expands custom widgets beyond phones and adds deeper system integration, while Nothing's Essential apps remain more limited in scope and functionality

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Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 4:20 PM IST

Google to make you wait for 10-seconds before opening any distracting apps

Google's new Pause Point feature on Android will force users to wait 10 seconds before opening distracting apps, aiming to reduce doomscrolling habits

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Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 3:10 PM IST

Decoding Gemini Intelligence: How automated workflows will change Android

Google's Gemini Intelligence signals a major shift in how smartphones may work in the future, moving Android beyond chatbots toward AI systems that can actively complete tasks across apps

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Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 2:43 PM IST

Google previews Gemini Intelligence, AI upgrades and Googlebook: Highlights

Google showcased Gemini Intelligence, Android 17, Googlebook AI laptops, upgraded Android Auto, creator tools, and new security features at Android Show 2026

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Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 11:54 AM IST

Google suffers outage as thousands report search disruption in India

The outage appeared most prominent in Google Search, though several users also reported problems in accessing the website itself

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Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 12:23 PM IST

Cybercriminals are innovating in AI-led hacking operations: Google

The incident marks the first time Google has identified attackers using AI to discover a new vulnerability and attempt to exploit it at scale

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Updated On : 11 May 2026 | 10:43 PM IST

Google settles lawsuit alleging racial bias against employees for $50 mn

The 2022 lawsuit claimed that California-based Google viewed Black job candidates 'through harmful racial stereotypes' and claimed that hiring managers deemed Black candidates 'not Googly' enough

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Updated On : 09 May 2026 | 7:13 AM IST

Google exploring India investments in AI infra, servers, drones: Vaishnaw

This announcement follows Google's groundbreaking of its $15 billion AI hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, in April this year

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Updated On : 08 May 2026 | 1:27 PM IST

Judge denies Google bid to pause search data-sharing order in monopoly case

US District Judge Amit Mehta denied Google's request for now, saying that any data sharing is at least months away and therefore the company is not at risk of any immediate harm

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Updated On : 08 May 2026 | 7:28 AM IST

Google's on-device AI efforts irk consumers over shrinking storage space

Google's growing push toward on-device AI is reportedly consuming gigabytes of storage on Android phones and PCs, raising concerns over transparency and user control

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Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 1:27 PM IST

Passkeys see uptake, but slow adoption keeps passwords in use for now

Infrastructure for passkeys is largely in place with 96 per cent device readiness, yet adoption is still scaling, with 26 per cent of logins and 36 per cent of accounts currently using passkeys

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Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 1:04 PM IST

Google tests autonomous AI agent as industry shifts beyond chatbots: Report

Google is reportedly testing a new AI agent called Remy internally as the technology industry eyes a shifts from chatbot-style AI tools to autonomous digital assistants

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Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 11:30 AM IST

Bard to Gemini and TPUs: Decoding Google's multi-pronged AI strategy

Google's latest TPU innovations and the transition to more advanced Gemini models suggest the company may be moving beyond catch-up mode in the fast-evolving AI landscape

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Updated On : 05 May 2026 | 4:12 PM IST

Google is now open to exploring inclusion of ads in Gemini app: Report

Google may bring ads to Gemini in the future, with executives indicating openness to monetisation as the company tests ad formats across AI-powered search experiences

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Updated On : 01 May 2026 | 3:23 PM IST

Now, Gemini on Google TV lets you edit images, create videos, and more

Google has rolled out Gemini-powered updates for Google TV, adding image editing, video creation, and Shorts feed, with initial availability limited to select US devices

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Updated On : 30 Apr 2026 | 1:00 PM IST

Australia to charge big tech firms 2% levy unless they strike news deals

A proposed News Bargaining Incentive would tax the three big tech companies 2.25% on their local revenues unless they struck agreements

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Updated On : 28 Apr 2026 | 11:39 PM IST

Google kicks off $15 bn project in 'AI-patnam': Work begins on 1 Gw centre

Project includes 1 GW data centre, subsea cable landings and digital infrastructure, positioning Visakhapatnam as a major global AI and connectivity hub

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Updated On : 28 Apr 2026 | 11:36 PM IST