Digital Rights Groups Challenge EU's Oversight of Tech Giants Apple and Google
Digital rights organizations and former European leaders criticize the European Commission's weak regulation of Apple and Google's market dominance. The advocacy groups demand stronger enforcement of interoperability requirements and reforms to address monopolistic practices in digital advertising.
Google Makes JavaScript Mandatory for All Search Users, Citing Security and User Experience
Google now requires JavaScript to be enabled to use its search engine, impacting millions of users who previously disabled it. The tech giant cites enhanced security and user protection as key reasons, though the move raises concerns about accessibility and potential vulnerabilities.
Google Eases Device Fingerprinting Restrictions in Quiet Policy Update
Google has quietly reversed its stance on digital fingerprinting, now permitting advertisers to track users through device identifiers. This significant policy shift enables enhanced user tracking capabilities while raising fresh privacy concerns, highlighting the ongoing tension between advertising practices and user privacy.
Security Flaw: Chrome Extensions Exploit Translation System to Manipulate Search Rankings
Hundreds of malicious Chrome extensions are gaming the Web Store's search results by abusing language translation features. Security researcher Wladimir Palant uncovered 920 extensions exploiting this vulnerability, raising concerns about Google's commitment to store security.
Google's Quantum Vision: Merging Human Consciousness with Quantum Computing
Google's Quantum AI chief proposes groundbreaking research to connect human brains directly to quantum computers, exploring whether consciousness operates on quantum principles. The controversial project aims to expand human consciousness through quantum entanglement, despite significant technical challenges.
Tech Giants Turn to Nuclear Power to Fuel AI and Cloud Computing Growth
Major technology companies are making strategic investments in nuclear power to meet the surging energy demands of AI and data centers. This shift represents a significant change in the industry's approach to powering digital infrastructure while maintaining environmental commitments.
Apple Executive Warns Against Breaking Google Search Partnership in DOJ Antitrust Case
Apple's Eddy Cue argues that ending the $20 billion Google search deal would force 'unacceptable choices' on the company. The Senior VP dismisses building an Apple search engine as economically risky, while emphasizing the need to maintain control over user-focused partnerships.
Google's Data Purge: Inactive Accounts Face Deletion in Major Privacy Overhaul
Google announces comprehensive data cleanup initiative targeting inactive accounts across Gmail, Photos, and Maps services. Users must demonstrate regular activity to prevent account deletion, as the tech giant implements stricter privacy measures and local storage solutions.
Iran Takes Historic Step to Unblock WhatsApp and Google Play After Years of Internet Restrictions
Iran votes to lift long-standing bans on WhatsApp and Google Play platforms, marking a significant shift in its strict internet policies. The controversial decision faces opposition from parliament members who demand compliance with Islamic values, while supporters see it as progress toward digital freedom.
Google Proposes Search Agreement Changes to Fight Antitrust Breakup
Google counters potential breakup demands with a proposal to modify default search engine agreements while resisting pressure to sell Chrome browser. The tech giant's measured approach includes making Android agreements non-exclusive and unbundling Play Store, as regulators push for more dramatic restructuring.