Google's 15-Year Journey: From Open Communication to Information Control
Discover how a pivotal 2008 memo transformed Google's corporate culture from open dialogue to careful information management amid legal pressures. This strategic shift created lasting impacts on internal communication that continue to shape the company's operations today.
Google Fights Back Against DOJ's Potential Chrome Divestiture Demand
Google strongly opposes reported plans by the US Department of Justice to force the sale of Chrome browser following an antitrust ruling. The company warns that separating Chrome from its core business would harm consumers and weaken American tech leadership.
DOJ Prepares Radical Proposal to Force Google's Chrome Sale and Android Unbundling
US Department of Justice plans aggressive action following Google's antitrust trial verdict, potentially forcing the tech giant to sell Chrome browser and separate Android components. The proposals aim to limit Google's market dominance and include new advertiser controls and AI content usage restrictions.
French Court Blocks Google's EU News Content Test Over Legal Concerns
Google's experiment to assess news content value by removing articles from search results faces immediate legal challenges in France. The Paris Commercial Court's intervention forces Google to exclude France from the test, highlighting tensions between tech platforms and news publishers under EU regulations.
Android Phones Transform into Global Network for Enhanced GPS Accuracy
Google and University of Colorado Boulder researchers have turned millions of Android smartphones into scientific tools, creating detailed ionosphere maps to improve GPS precision. The groundbreaking project achieved 21% atmospheric coverage, nearly doubling traditional monitoring capabilities.
Chrome's Manifest V3 Falls Short in Tackling Extension Security Risks
Google's Manifest V3 framework for Chrome extensions fails to fully address security concerns, leaving users vulnerable to data theft and malware. Experts urge vigilance when installing extensions and recommend regular security practices.
Google's Trillium AI Chip: A Powerful Challenger to Nvidia's Dominance
Google Cloud unveils Trillium, its sixth-generation AI processor, boasting significant performance improvements over its predecessor. This new chip, along with upcoming A3 Ultra VMs, positions Google as a formidable competitor in the AI chip market.
App Store Giants Face Scrutiny Over 'Shadow IP Enforcement' Practices
Google and Apple's app store policies are under fire for their opaque intellectual property rules and takedown procedures. Small developers argue these practices, coupled with the platforms' market dominance, are harming their businesses and calling for more transparent systems.
Google Absolved of Liability in Gift Card Scam Refunds, Federal Judge Rules
A federal judge has ruled that Google is not responsible for refunding victims of Google Play gift card scams. The decision, stemming from a class-action lawsuit, aligns Google's refund policy with other major retailers and highlights the need for increased consumer awareness.
Google's AI Makes History: Discovers Zero-Day Vulnerability in SQLite
Google's AI agent, Big Sleep, has identified a critical zero-day security flaw in SQLite, marking a world-first in AI-driven cybersecurity. This breakthrough showcases AI's potential to revolutionize software vulnerability detection and enhance digital security.