Critical Chrome Security Update: Google Warns 2.5 Billion Users of New Vulnerabilities
Google releases urgent security patches for Chrome browser after discovering four high-severity vulnerabilities affecting billions of users worldwide. The update addresses flaws in V8 Javascript engine and browser compositing functions, with bounties totaling $75,000 awarded to security researchers.
Google's Bold Privacy Shift: Cross-Device Tracking Set to Launch in February
Google announces controversial plans to enable broader digital fingerprinting across devices starting February 2024, sparking privacy concerns from regulators. The move will allow advertisers to track users across smart TVs, gaming consoles, browsers and mobile apps, despite previous stance against such practices.
Google Contractors Required to Rate Gemini AI Responses Beyond Their Expertise
Google's revised guidelines now mandate contractors to evaluate Gemini AI outputs regardless of their technical knowledge, raising concerns about accuracy. The controversial policy change affects GlobalLogic contractors who previously could opt out of reviewing specialized content.
Tech CEOs Pichai and Bezos Schedule Landmark Meetings with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Google CEO Sundar Pichai and Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos are set to meet separately with former President Trump at Mar-a-Lago, marking a significant moment in tech-political relations. The high-profile visits follow recent engagement between Silicon Valley leaders and Trump, including Meta CEO Zuckerberg's dinner meeting in November.
Google's Willow Quantum Chip Claims Universe-Spanning Computing Power
Google unveils its revolutionary Willow quantum processor, claiming it can perform calculations that would take traditional supercomputers 10 septillion years. The breakthrough highlights quantum computing's potential while experts note current limitations and the need for validation.
Google's Quantum Breakthrough May Prove Multiple Universe Theory
Google's groundbreaking Willow quantum chip has achieved computational speeds that would take conventional supercomputers billions of years, leading researchers to suggest evidence of parallel universes. The revolutionary quantum processing capabilities have ignited debate about the fundamental nature of reality and quantum mechanics.
Google's $20B Green Energy Push: Powering AI with Renewable Infrastructure
Google announces a groundbreaking $20 billion investment in renewable energy infrastructure to power its AI data centers, partnering with Intersect Power and TPG Rise Climate. The initiative aims to match new data centers with equivalent wind and solar power generation, addressing the surging energy demands of artificial intelligence operations.
Google's Project Nimbus: Internal Documents Expose Human Rights Concerns Over Israeli Cloud Contract
Internal documents reveal Google executives' significant concerns about potential human rights implications before signing a $1.2B cloud contract with Israel. Despite early warnings from legal and policy teams, Google proceeded with Project Nimbus, viewing it as strategic for future government contracts.
Google Removes Predatory SpyLoan Apps After Massive Data Theft Scheme
Google has removed 15 malicious loan apps from the Play Store that amassed over 8 million downloads and targeted vulnerable users across multiple continents. The sophisticated scam apps harvested sensitive personal data through deceptive validation processes and used it for aggressive extortion campaigns.
Tech Giants Under Fire: EFF Demands Accountability for Project Nimbus Surveillance
Amazon and Google face intense scrutiny from the Electronic Frontier Foundation over their involvement in Project Nimbus, which allegedly enables surveillance and human rights violations in Palestinian territories. Despite public commitments to ethical AI and human rights guidelines, both companies remain silent on mounting concerns.