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.
Google Faces Mind-Boggling $2.6 Quintillion Fine in Russian YouTube Dispute
Google's conflict with Russian authorities over YouTube content moderation has led to an astronomical fine that grows exponentially daily, now exceeding $2.6 quintillion. The unprecedented sum, which surpasses the global economy, highlights the complex challenges tech giants face in navigating international regulations.
DOJ Pushes for $20 Billion Chrome Browser Sale in Latest Google Antitrust Battle
The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking to force Google to sell its Chrome browser following a federal ruling on search market monopolization. The proposed divestiture, potentially worth up to $20 billion, comes amid broader antitrust actions targeting Google's AI and Android businesses.
Google Subpoenas OpenAI, Microsoft and Perplexity in Antitrust Defense Strategy
Google issues strategic subpoenas to AI rivals seeking detailed information about their search and AI capabilities amid its antitrust trial. The tech giant appears to be building a case that its search monopoly faces mounting competition from AI-powered alternatives.
DOJ Proposes Radical Breakup: Google May Have to Sell Chrome and Android
The US Department of Justice has proposed forcing Google to sell its Chrome browser and potentially Android following an antitrust ruling. The landmark proposal aims to boost competition by dismantling Google's monopolistic control over search and advertising, though the tech giant strongly opposes these 'extreme' measures.
Judge Skeptical of Google's Defense in Major Ad Tech Antitrust Case
A federal judge in Virginia prepares to rule on the DOJ's antitrust case against Google over alleged monopolistic control of online advertising technology. The case could force Google to divest its Ad Manager platform if found in violation of antitrust laws.
Google's Controversial Auto-Link Feature Raises Publisher Concerns
Google introduces 'Page Annotations' in its iOS app, automatically converting webpage text into clickable search links without publisher consent. The feature, which cannot be disabled by users, has sparked concerns about content control and user experience manipulation.
The Hidden Cost of Free Email: Gmail's Invasive Ad Problem
As Gmail's advertising becomes increasingly aggressive, users grapple with privacy concerns and data harvesting practices. While the email service remains free, many are questioning whether the trade-off of personal data for convenience is worth it.
Google Abandons Pixel Tablet Development Amid Market Challenges
Google has reportedly halted development of its next Pixel Tablet due to profitability concerns, marking another retreat from the tablet hardware market. Despite innovative features in the 2023 Pixel Tablet, the company appears to be returning to a supporting role in Android tablet development.
DOJ Demands Google Divest Chrome Browser in Major Antitrust Push
The U.S. Department of Justice is calling for Google to sell off Chrome as part of efforts to break up its search monopoly. The landmark antitrust case, set for trial in 2025, could reshape how Americans access internet services, though Google strongly opposes the 'radical' proposal.