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Social media platforms worry new data law could affect child safety, ads

Tech giants Google, Meta, YouTube, and Snap are concerned over India's new Digital Personal Data Protection Act's restrictions on behavioural tracking of children as they may compromise child safety

From algorithms to emissions: Google struggles with AI's energy hunger

Artificial intelligence systems, which need a lot of computing power housed in energy-hungry data centres, have become crucial in Google's operations

CAMS, Google Cloud come together to build cloud-native platform

Computer Age Management Services Ltd (CAMS) has collaborated with Google Cloud to develop next-generation platform for various business services, in the asset management industry. The initiative aims to modernise the largest platform serving the Indian asset management industry with next generation capabilities. The next generation platform, envisaged with Google Cloud, is a strategic step of the company to leverage the multiple benefits of cloud-based platforms and emerging technologies for the rapidly growing asset management industry, CAMS said in a statement here on Tuesday. The platform would be designed and developed over a five-year period with implementation of specific modules in a phased manner. Commenting on the development, CAMS Managing Director Anuj Kumar said, "our technology platform has been the financial infrastructure for the Indian Mutual Fund industry, serving investors and the complex ecosystem diligently, while scaling up to build a market share of about 68 p

Ex-billionaire gets 7.5-yr sentence for defrauding Goldman, Google

Rishi Shah, 38, the co-founder of Outcome Health, which provided ads on TVs in doctors' offices, was convicted of more than a dozen fraud and money laundering charges by a federal jury last year

Soon, Google's Circle to Search could get QR, barcodes scan feature: Report

Support for QR code and Barcode scan in Circle to Search was identified in the Google app version 15.19.45.29.arm64 beta, reported consumer technology news platform Android Authority

Google acquires stake in Taiwan solar power firm owned by BlackRock

Google and BlackRock both declined to specify the size of the equity stake being taken in NGP

Google rolls out Gemini AI to its messaging app after Gmail integration

Gemini AI integration aims to streamline user experience by providing quick access to artificial intelligence capabilities

Google adds Tulu to its translation services, community says 'great honour'

In a significant stride towards preserving and promoting regional languages, Google has added Tulu to its translation services. Tulu joins 110 new languages on Google Translate from June 27, marking a historic moment for the millions of people who speak this language. This addition allows users to easily translate Tulu words and phrases, enhancing the accessibility and understanding of this cherished language. The Tulu-speaking community, which has long sought greater recognition for their language, is celebrating this achievement as a major honour, especially since Tulu is not officially recognised in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. While the initial translations for Tulu on Google Translate may contain some errors, the system is expected to improve over time. Users are encouraged to provide accurate translations in the feedback section to help refine and enhance the service's accuracy. Google's inclusion of Tulu leverages advanced Natural Language Processing (NLP)

YouTube introduces new features for premium members, mulls more paid plans

Moreover, YouTube is planning to introduce new premium membership plans in addition to those that currently exists

iOS 18: RCS messaging is inconsistent between Google Android, Apple iPhone

RCS conversations with iPhones is a simple straightforward process, but there are inconsistencies in Messages app in iOS 18 beta version that should be ironed out before the public version rolls out

CCI rejects plea accusing Google of sharing contact data with Truecaller

The anti-trust regulator said that it found no evidence of violation of competition law in the case

Google Chrome for iOS, Android gets a major feature-packed update: Details

Google Chrome for iOS and Android has started receiving some of the new features, but there are a few that will be available in the coming weeks

Soon, Google Search will show limited results on desktop browsers: Details

Reportedly, Google will show search results in a pagination format. It essentially means there will be limited results on the search home page, with more results available in subsequent pages

Made by Google: Pixel 9 series with next-gen AI features coming on Aug 13

Made by Google event is scheduled for August 13 where US-based technology giant will announce the Pixel 9 series. Ecosystem devices such as next-generation Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds are expected, too

Google rolls out Gemini AI in side panel for Gmail and other workspace apps

Gemini will be available in side panel to Google Workspace customers with Gemini Business and Enterprise add-on, Gemini Education and Education Premium add-on, or Google One AI Premium subscription

YouTube tests 'Hype' feature with small creators: What is it, how it works

The Hype feature currently beings tested by YouTube is mainly aimed to help small creators to be discovered by new viewers and help them receive support from the community

Meta rolls out Meta AI in India, will take on ChatGPT and Google Gemini

Tool launching today; it will be available on all social media platforms of the company to assist people in their daily lives

Google pauses plans to allow more real-money gaming apps on PlayStore

Google is doing so due to challenges related to the absence of a central licensing framework and complexities in developing an appropriate monetisation model

Your next smartphone can come pre-installed with India's own Indus Appstore

PhonePe is in advanced talks with major smartphone manufacturers to include its homegrown Indus Appstore in their devices

YouTube starts cancelling premium subscriptions purchased using VPN: Report

Reportedly, YouTube is cancelling premium subscriptions if the users' location does not match the signup country