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Google debated cutting fees for ad exchange 8 yrs ago, ex officials testify
In a trial that kicked off this week in federal court in Alexandria, Virginia, antitrust enforcers allege that Google has monopolised the technology used to buy and sell online display advertising
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Google's AI model faces EU scrutiny from watchdog over privacy rules
The commission said its inquiry is examining whether Google has assessed whether PaLM2's data processing would likely result in a high risk to the rights and freedoms of individuals in the EU
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Ex-Google exec says goal was to 'crush' competition, shows trial evidence
The statements underscored the US Department of Justice's claim that Google has sought to monopolize markets for publisher ad servers and advertiser ad networks
Soon, Google Chrome will get new cross-device sync feature for Tab groups
New updates from Google will allow users to sync Chrome Tab Groups across devices, manage tabs on iOS, and easily resume browsing from where they left off
 "Soon, Google Chrome will get new cross-device sync feature for Tab groups")
EU's antitrust crackdown: Apple, Google face major setbacks in legal battle
The EU secures major legal wins against Apple and Google, upholding rulings on unfair tax benefits and market abuse, marking a significant step in its fight to regulate Big Tech dominance
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Google loses EU court appeal against 2.4 bn euro fine in antitrust case
Google made changes to comply with the commission's decision requiring it to treat competitors equally
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Google's Privacy Sandbox adoption burdening smaller ad-tech firms
Privacy Sandbox is a set of technologies that aims to enhance user privacy by anonymizing data, implementing stricter access controls, and targeting groups of users rather than individuals
Pixel 9 Pro XL review: Strong third contender in premium smartphone segment
With a focus on AI, a refined design, and a stellar camera system, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL takes on top contenders like the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and iPhone 15 Pro Max
 "Pixel 9 Pro XL review: Strong third contender in premium smartphone segment")
Google faces new antitrust trial after 'search engine monopoly' verdict
The Justice Department and a coalition of states contend that Google built and maintains a monopoly over the technology that matches online publishers to advertisers
UK watchdog accuses Google of anti-competitive behaviour in digital ads biz
The watchdog's charges, known as a statement of objections, come two years after it opened its investigation
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YouTube announces tools to safeguard creators against AI generated copies
YouTube is developing technology designed to help creators and artists protect their likenesses such as voice and face from being replicated by generative artificial intelligence
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Google Photos rolling out limited early access to Ask Photos AI assistant
Ask Photos will let users simply ask questions from Google Photos and utilising Google's Gemini AI models, the app will show results on the basis of the content in the photos
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Google limits on Android Auto access may breach EU rules: Court adviser
Google's refusal to provide third-party access to Android Auto platform may be in breach of competition rules, Court Advocate General Laila Medina said
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Tech layoffs 2024: Tech companies lay off over 27,000 employees in August
Tech layoffs: Major IT firms such as Intel, IBM, and Cisco have laid off over 27,000 employees across the globe in August 2024
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Google Drive adding ARM support, NordVPN & ExpressVPN now on Snapdragon PCs
Google Drive and VPN apps have been missing on recently launched Copilot Plus PCs as it was required that they were updated for Windows on Arm
 "Google Drive adding ARM support, NordVPN & ExpressVPN now on Snapdragon PCs")
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold goes on sale in India with introductory offers
Priced at Rs 1,72,999, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is available on Flipkart with a discount of Rs 10,000 on ICICI Bank cards
 "Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold goes on sale in India with introductory offers")
Google reveals Android features including Music Search in Circle to Search
The Music Search feature allows users to search any song from speakers near the user or the one they are hearing on other apps without leaving those apps
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Google releases Android 15, update for Pixel devices 'in coming weeks'
Other than supported Pixel devices, Google said Android 15 will be available on devices from Samsung, OnePlus, Nothing, Motorola, Xiaomi and more in the coming months
 "Google releases Android 15, update for Pixel devices 'in coming weeks'")
From Google to Amazon, TN turns top AI destination for global majors
The global giant Google is betting big on the state for a long-term play in AI, as the Tamil Nadu AI Labs by the company is set to be on track soon
 "From Google to Amazon, TN turns top AI destination for global majors")
Google Play Store now allows simultaneous Android app downloads and updates
The feature is available widely across multiple devices and allows up to three apps to be downloaded, installed and updated at the same time
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