Page 31 - Latest Updates on Google
Microsoft backs Australia's proposed media laws targeting Google, Facebook
Both Alphabet Inc's Google and Facebook have called the laws unworkable and said last month they would withdraw key services from Australia if the regulations went ahead
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Google shuts down its in-house Stadia game development division
Google has announced to shut down its in-house Stadia game development division, as it sees a great adoption of its technology by third-party developers and publishers to create world-class games.
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Google to spend $3.8 million to settle pay, job discrimination case
The allegations stemmed from a routine compliance audit several years ago required by Google's status as a supplier of technology to the federal government
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All eyes on Alphabet's first-ever disclosure of Google Cloud profit
Alphabet will provide a detailed annual breakdown for Cloud going back three years
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Google to use Wikipedia for reliable information on Search results
Google will now show next to most results a menu icon, that people can tap to learn more about the result or feature and where the information is coming from
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Ford Motor Co, Google join hands to offer cloud-based data services
Ford will offer its customers built-in Google apps, including its map and voice technology. It will deploy Google artificial intelligence technology to improve the efficiency of vehicle development
Google begins roll out of tab groupings in Chrome for Android app
The grid layout replaces the previous interface consisting of a vertical list of tabs, and is similar to Chrome's existing iOS tab interface
As Google eyes Australia exit, Microsoft looks to make inroads with Bing
Australia has introduced laws that would force Google and Facebook Inc to negotiate payments to domestic media outlets whose content links drive traffic to their platforms
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Legacy insurers can't go digital overnight, says Oracle's Prasad Rai
Insurers will also need to introspect and bring about changes internally, according to PRASAD RAI, vice-president, Global Strategic Clients Group at Oracle, who spoke to Raghu Mohan
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Zero-trust defence can help India shield world from cyberattacks: Google VP
With cyberattacks rising due to coronavirus and firms becoming vulnerable as employees WFH, Google is betting big on its zero-trust platform BeyondCorp Enterprise for Indian businesses
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Google camera update allows to disable 'Auto Night Sight' in Pixel phones
Google has updated its camera app that permanently turns off the Auto Night Sight feature on devices that automatically enable the low-light photography mode.
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Google allows gambling apps on Play Store in US and 14 other countries
Google has allowed gambling and betting apps on its Play Store that will be available for users in 15 countries including the US.
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New Play Store policy on gamified loyalty programs to give clarity: Google
Google India said it has updated its Play Store policy guidance on gamified loyalty programs to provide more clarity around the rules, while safeguarding users and optimising developer experience
Google says North Korea-backed hackers sought cyber research, steal info
While the country has denied involvement, North Korea has been linked to major cyberattacks, including a 2013 campaign that paralysed the servers of South Korean financial institutions
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A symbiotic relationship
Tech giants and media must have a revenue-sharing model
Google unions form global alliance representing 20 million employees
Alpha Global will fight for the rights of full-time Alphabet employees as well as temporary, vendor and contract workers, UNI Global said
Google opening up its spaces in US for Covid-19 vaccination: Sundar Pichai
Google committed more than $150 million to promote vaccine education
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Google to redesign mobile search interface to simply how results look
The changes are intended to simplify how search results look
Google says to block search engine in Australia if forced to pay for news
Australia is on course to pass laws that will make tech giants negotiate payments with local publishers and broadcasters for content included in search results or news feeds
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Apple, Google, other US business groups applaud Biden's immigration reforms
Apple CEO Tim Cook welcomed President Biden''s "commitment to pursuing comprehensive immigration reform that reflects the American values of justice, fairness and dignity"
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