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Google is an American multinational technology company. Founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin on September 4, 1998, Google has its headquarters in Mountain View, California, USA. Google.com has been listed as the most visited website globally and the second most valuable brand in the world. Sundar Pichai, an Indian American is the current CEO of this multi-billion dollar company.
Modi government to introduce dedicated policy for data centers
India is set to introduce a dedicated data center policy, Minister of State for IT Jitin Prasada announced today.
Shopify lets AI agents shop across 1 billion listings
Shopify is expanding its agentic commerce ambitions by allowing more artificial intelligence (AI) agents to browse and buy from its listings.
Google lets anyone launch their AI-made apps on Android
Google has announced a new feature for its Play Store, allowing users to launch their custom-built Android apps directly from the platform.
Google's Argon model now available in Search and Gemini app
Google has officially launched its highly-anticipated AI model, Gemini 4 Argon. The tech giant claims that this new addition can take on the best in the industry.
Apple's new Home Collection includes cameras, video doorbell, and thermostats
Apple has teamed up with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric to launch the Apple Home Collection.
Anthropic makes it harder for rivals to copy Claude AI
Anthropic has announced that its latest security measures have drastically cut down data theft in so-called distillation attacks by nearly 90% to 99%.
Fitbit Edge fitness tracker arrives with AMOLED display, GPS
Google has announced its latest fitness tracker, the Fitbit Edge.
Jio Platforms's IPO: Who are the shareholders
Jio Platforms, the digital services subsidiary of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), is gearing up for an initial public offering (IPO) that could raise around ₹37,700 crore ($3.8 billion to $4 billion).
AI to bring scientific breakthroughs in 2-3 years: TikTok CEO
Shou Zi Chew, the CEO of TikTok, has predicted that artificial intelligence (AI) will lead to significant scientific breakthroughs within the next three years.
Google faces backlash over $15B AI data center in India
Google is facing criticism over its plan to build a massive artificial intelligence (AI) data center in Visakhapatnam, India.
'Welcome home': Apple may announce partnership with home-security company ADT
Apple could announce a new partnership with home security company ADT alongside the launch of its all-new smart home hub, several clues suggest, according to MacRumors.
Google Gemini now restricts model access for free users
Google has announced a major change in the user experience of its Gemini app for those on a free plan.
Apple acqui-hires Huxe, AI start-up founded by Google NotebookLM developers
Apple has struck an acqui-hire deal for Huxe, an artificial intelligence (AI) start-up founded by former developers of Google's popular NotebookLM.
Remember Orkut? It could be making a comeback
Orkut, the popular social networking site that was shut down over a decade ago, could be making a comeback.
Google Fitbit Edge launch in 2 days: What to expect
Google has officially teased the launch of its highly anticipated Fitbit Edge fitness tracker.
US lawmakers question Google's plan to use Spirit Airlines data
Over 120 US lawmakers have expressed their concerns over Google's plan to acquire internal data from defunct carrier Spirit Airlines for $10 million.
Google launches AI note-taker that keeps meeting data on-device
Google has launched a new AI note-taking app, Google AI Edge Foresight, as a competitor to Granola.
Google Gemini can now complete tasks on your behalf
Google has announced a major upgrade to its Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) platform, introducing an "agentic" feature at the Google Cloud event.
NVIDIA, OpenAI among 11 firms pledging $2.4B for Genesis Mission
Eleven leading tech firms, including NVIDIA and OpenAI, have pledged $2.4 billion in compute credits to support the Genesis Mission initiative.
Jio is teaching AI to run its telecom network
Reliance Jio, the telecom giant that took India by storm with its affordable data plans and rapid 4G expansion, is now looking to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its network operations.
Google's new website lets you check if media is AI-generated
Google has launched a new website that lets users check if an image, video, or audio clip is generated by artificial intelligence (AI).
Google now lets you create games using AI prompts
Google has launched a new platform called Playground, allowing users to create custom games using artificial intelligence (AI) prompts.
Why Google has to halt data center construction in Finland
Google has been ordered to halt construction work on two data centers in Finland due to environmental concerns.
Google cuts free access to Gemini Flash and Pro
Google is making changes to its Gemini AI service, impacting users on the free plan.
Google's new multimodal embedding model can run on smartphones
Google has unveiled EmbeddingGemma 2, a new version of its multimodal embedding model. The best part? It's small enough to run on a smartphone.
Google upgrades Nano Banana while nearly halving image costs
Google has launched its latest image generation and editing model, Nano Banana 2.1.
AI whistleblowers warn of safety risks at NYC Council hearing
AI industry insiders sounded the alarm before New York City lawmakers on Monday, urging tighter oversight amid mounting fears that advanced systems could pose existential risks to humanity.
Why Google, Apple are lobbying for changes to child-safety laws
Google and Apple are lobbying state lawmakers to pass kids' online safety laws that would protect them from lawsuits, Politico reported.
Fitbit Edge leak reveals key details of Google's upcoming wearable
Google's new wearable device, the Fitbit Edge, has been spotted in retail listings by Android Headlines.
'AI' out, 'SI' in: Musk to rebrand SpaceXAI as SpaceXSI
Elon Musk has announced that his artificial intelligence (AI) firm, SpaceXAI, will be rebranded as SpaceXSI.
Ex-Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon to testify at NYC AI hearing
Jacob Coxon, a former researcher at Anthropic, is set to testify at an upcoming New York City Council hearing. He has raised serious concerns about the dangers of advanced artificial intelligence (AI).
Google halts bug bounty program amid surge in AI submissions
Google has paused its Open Source Software Vulnerability Rewards Program (OSS VRP) due to a "significant rise" in AI submissions.
Don't treat AI like a god, says Sam Altman
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has expressed his discomfort with the idea of treating artificial intelligence (AI) as a divine entity.
Judge dismisses lawsuits against Google's AI Overviews
A federal judge has dismissed lawsuits from Penske Media Corporation (PMC) and Chegg, an ed-tech company.
Google Gemini can now describe the world around you
Google has launched a new feature called Guided Vision, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to provide real-time audio descriptions of anything you point your phone's camera at.
Google just put AI chips in space
In a groundbreaking experiment, Google has launched four of its artificial intelligence (AI) chips into space.
Samsung's Meta Ray-Ban rival launching in November: What to expect
Samsung is all set to join the smart glasses race with its new pair of AI-powered eyewear, dubbed Intelligent Eyewear. The device is expected to launch in November.
Google's screen-free Fitbit Air launched in India at ₹14,000
Google has launched its latest screen-free fitness tracker, the Fitbit Air, in India.
SpaceXAI considers unified subscription plan for Grok and X
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) venture, SpaceXAI, is said to be mulling a major overhaul of its subscription model.
Google employees are unsure of Gemini 4 Argon's real-world performance
Google's latest AI model, Gemini 4 Argon, is facing internal skepticism over its performance in key areas like coding.
Google is paying publishers for content used in AI search
Google has launched a pilot program to pay publishers for their contributions to its AI-powered search features, The Information reported.
Google unveils Gemini 4 Argon, its most advanced model yet
Google has unveiled Gemini 4 Argon, its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model to date.
US government now has its own AI chatbot
The US government has launched an official AI chatbot, America.gov, to help citizens navigate information and services from federal agencies.
Google Pixel 11a revealed in leaked renders
The first look at Google's upcoming mid-range smartphone, the Pixel 11a, has been revealed through leaked renders by OnLeaks.
EU might use Google fines to reduce member states' contributions
France's Europe Minister, Benjamin Haddad, has suggested that the European Union (EU) should use the €4.6 billion in fines levied on Google, to reduce member states' contributions to the bloc's budget.
Google challenges EU order to share data with AI rivals
Google has appealed against a European Union (EU) decision that requires it to share user data with rival search engines, and make its Android operating system accessible to competing artificial intelligence (AI) services.
Google sets 2034 end date for ChromeOS
Google has officially confirmed its plan to phase out ChromeOS updates by mid-2034.
Gemini AI could soon let you buy products from Flipkart
Google is testing a new shopping feature in India that could let users purchase select Flipkart products directly from its AI-powered interfaces, Gemini and AI Mode.
Truecaller launches tool to check suspicious phone numbers, links, messages
Truecaller, the Swedish company known for its caller ID service with over 500 million users, has launched a new tool called Scam Checker.
OpenAI agents used restricted methods to access a UN website
OpenAI's artificial intelligence (AI) agents have been accused of aggressively scanning the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development's (UNCTAD) statistics site.
Google tests Flipkart purchases directly through Gemini and AI Mode
Google is testing a new feature in India that lets users buy products from Walmart-owned Flipkart directly through its Gemini and AI Mode.
Hackers are stealing AI subscriptions to run models for free
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting artificial intelligence (AI) accounts and computing infrastructure, according to a report by the Financial Times.
Why Google celebrates its birthday on September 27
Today, Google is celebrating its 28th birthday, and the occasion has been marked with a special Doodle.
Google DeepMind engineer resigns over 'far too rapid' AI development
Robert O'Callahan, a Google DeepMind engineer from Auckland, has resigned over concerns about the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI).
OpenAI agents accessed US government websites without its knowledge
OpenAI has confirmed that its artificial intelligence (AI) models accessed the websites of the US Department of Commerce and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) this summer.
OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic planning an independent AI safety group
OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic are planning to create an independent artificial intelligence (AI) safety organization by late 2026 or early 2027, according to The Information.
Google is sending AI chips to space for 1st time
Google's ambitious Project Suncatcher will take a major step forward next week.
Google Gemini can now make calls on your behalf
Google is testing a new feature for its Gemini AI, called "Call for Me."
Google Gemini can now talk to you through animated avatars
Google has just rolled out a major update for the Gemini 3.8 Live model.
YouTube now lets you build custom feeds with simple prompts
YouTube has announced a new feature called 'custom feeds,' which will allow users to personalize their content experience.
Google's new AI models can create voices from text prompts
Google has launched two advanced text-to-speech (TTS) models, Gemini 3.8 Flash TTS and Gemini 3.8 Flash-Lite TTS, on its cloud platform.
Googlebooks are here as a companion for your Android phone
Google has officially introduced a new category of personal computers, known as "Googlebooks," powered by the company's Googlebook OS.
Irish regulator fines Google $460M over location data processing
Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) has slapped a €403 million ($463 million) fine on Google.
How Google's mole infiltrated hacker gang that breached 1,000 companies
Google's Threat Intelligence team has revealed that an undercover researcher successfully infiltrated the notorious hacking group, TeamPCP.
Trump to create 'AI Force' and appoint new AI czar
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to create an "AI Force" and appoint new artificial intelligence (AI) czar.
Anthropic, OpenAI, Google face antitrust suit over AI slowdown
Leading artificial intelligence (AI) companies, including Anthropic, OpenAI, SpaceXAI, and Google have been sued for alleged collusion.
Google's new AI agent can help families manage daily tasks
Google has launched an updated version of its artificial intelligence (AI) agent, CC.
Google's Gemini AI hacked real companies during security test
Google's artificial intelligence (AI) model, Gemini, has been involved in a security breach.
SpaceX may buy data from defunct start-ups. Reason? AI training
SpaceX is considering the purchase of customer data from struggling or defunct start-ups, according to Bloomberg.
UN turns to Google to make its global data AI-ready
The United Nations (UN) has announced a partnership with tech giant Google to make its extensive global statistics more accessible and usable for artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
US judge orders Google to relax ad-tech rules
A US judge has ruled that Google should ease its rules around online advertising auctions and appoint an internal antitrust compliance monitor.
Judge asks Musk's companies to reveal Apple settlement agreements
A federal judge has asked Elon Musk's companies, X Corp and SpaceXAI, to explain their decision to drop antitrust claims against Apple.
Why Trump's AI policy has divided his own advisers
The White House is embroiled in an internal struggle over artificial intelligence (AI) regulation.
Google says some Pixel phones were hacked
Google has confirmed that a vulnerability in the software of its Pixel smartphones was exploited in targeted cyberattacks.
'South Park' S29 premieres with new song and Trump cameo
The long-running animated series South Park, created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone, has returned for its 29th season with a new title: South America.
Google now lets AI agents control your smart home devices
Google has announced a major upgrade for its smart home ecosystem by opening it up to artificial intelligence (AI) agents.
Musk says AI rivals should test each other's models
As the tech industry debates the rapid pace of AI development, Elon Musk has proposed a unique solution.
OpenAI, Google, Anthropic discuss new standards for AI safety
OpenAI, along with other artificial intelligence companies such as Anthropic and Google, is in talks to collaborate on AI safety issues.