Page 27 - Latest Updates on Google
Apple moves closer to integrating Google Gemini with revamped Siri: Report
Apple has already integrated Google's visual search technology into the iPhone 16 series' Visual Intelligence tool
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Google to be hit with EU charges of breaching Big Tech rules: Report
The move by the European Commission comes amid tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump who has sided with U.S. tech giants lobbying against EU regulations and criticising fines as a form of tariff
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Google close to finalising India sites for first retail stores outside US
Google currently has only five physical stores, all in the United States, which sell its products such as Pixel phones, watches and earbuds
Google opens 'Ananta' campus in Bengaluru, one of its largest globally
Ananta is designed to connect people in ways that spark breakthrough ideas and innovation
Google agrees to pay Italy $340 million to settle tax evasion investigation
Italian prosecutors on Wednesday said they are seeking to have a tax evasion investigation against Google dropped after the tech giant agreed to pay a 326 million Euro (USD 340 million) settlement.
Google-backed Glance targets profitability in yr, eyes AI-powered growth
While one reason for a profitable growth is expansion into the US markets, Tiwari is keen on the generative AI powered offering, which is expected to be launched in the next four to six weeks
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Apple, Google restore TikTok app after assurances from Donald Trump
The two companies had removed TikTok in the US last month to comply with a law passed in 2024
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Mexico awaits Google's reply over Gulf of Mexico name before filing lawsuit
Mexico has argued that the mapping policy violates Mexican sovereignty because the US only has jurisdiction over around 46 per cent of the Gulf
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The tech behind Google Maps: How AI, real-time data power its navigation
AI-Powered Navigation: Google Maps is revolutionizing travel with real-time routes and traffic updates with advanced new features
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Google rolls out Android 16 beta 2 for Pixels: What's new, eligible models
Android 16 beta 2 allows users to set their preferred measurement system for temperature, distance, and first day of the week
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Google Doodle marks Women's Premier league, Valentine's Day with artwork
Today's Google Doodle features a sweet chocolate theme across the world to mark Valentine's Day 2025. It is also celebrating the first day of the Women's Premier League 2025 in India
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Apple, Google restore TikTok app after getting assurances from Trump
The move follows weeks of uncertainty about TikTok's future, and there's still no guarantee that it will survive in the US in the long run
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Conditions ripe for India to be at forefront of AI, says Google policy head
He also expressed optimism that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ongoing visit to Washington DC will further cement an already-strong bilateral relationship
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AI needs talent, not factories - India has both: Google X's Sebastian Thrun
Thrun is known for co-founding Google X, the innovation lab responsible for groundbreaking projects like Google Glass and Waymo, Google's self-driving car initiative
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Google, Telangana ink pact to accelerate AI-led transformation in state
It focuses on key sectors, including agriculture, mobility, education, sustainability and governance
Tech wrap Feb 12: Google I/O announced, Samsung Galaxy F06 5G, iPhone SE 4
Google I/O 2025 announced, Samsung Galaxy FO6 5G launched, Apple to launch iPhone SE 4 next week, WhatsApp new features, Sony State of Play
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From Google to Target, US cos drop diversity policies after Trump's order
Meta, one of the biggest social media company ended its DEI Platforms programs, including those for hiring, training and picking suppliers
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Black History, Pride Month vanish from Google Calendar; backlash erupts
Google faces heavy criticism online after removing Pride Month, Black History Month and Holocaust Remembrance Day from Google Calendar, days after Donald Trump takes office
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Google I/O 2025 on May 20: From Android to Gemini, here is what to expect
Google is expected to release Android 16 around the same time as the conference, while it could offer more details about the new Android XR platform
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Apple renames Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America on Maps after Trump's order
The change comes after the US government updated its official map to reflect the new name. Alphabet Inc.'s Google made a similar update to its Google Maps app earlier this week
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