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Google Intros Holiday Shopping Tools as Consumers Seek Deals
November 07, 2023

Google has introduced new search tools designed to help shoppers find holiday deals. The tech giant announced Tuesday (Nov. 7) that it was rolling out a “dedicated deals page” that collects “millions of deals from thousands of brands and retailers in one place.” In addition,...

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Antitrust Trial Reveals Google Spends $26.3 Billion on Default Search Engine Agreements
October 27, 2023

A top executive from Google disclosed Friday (Oct. 27) during its antitrust trial that the company paid $26.3 billion in 2021 to secure default search engine deals on most smartphones and browsers.  This revelation marks the first time Google has publicly revealed the amount it spends...

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Google Reports 7x Growth in AI Projects Built on Its Platforms
October 24, 2023

Google turned 25 this year. The tech giant, now a stem of parent company Alphabet, is hitting the quarter century mark in a new era of innovation demarcated by the generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and foundation models that its own research labs and teams...

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Google Reports Ad Revenue Recovery in Q3 After Rare Drop 
October 24, 2023

Google saw its advertising revenue increase in the third quarter as it benefits from the same recovery that has lifted other tech companies as well.  The tech giant’s 9.5% increase in advertising revenue was boosted by an increasing demand for ads placed next to search results,...

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Report: Google to Challenge EU’s Attempt to Break Up Ad Business
October 12, 2023

Google reportedly intends to challenge the European Union’s (EU) threat to break up its ad business. The tech giant has made it clear in a letter addressed to EU watchdogs that it will not accept the mandatory divestment of part of its services, and it...

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Google Introduces New-Generation Smartphones Powered by AI
October 04, 2023

Google has introduced its Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones, with new features powered by artificial intelligence (AI). These devices are engineered to offer a more helpful and personal experience for users, enabling them to be more efficient, the tech giant said in a Wednesday (Oct. 4) blog...

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Google to Require Election Ads to Disclose AI-Generated Content
September 06, 2023

Google has announced a new policy that will mandate election advertisers to disclose when their ads have been manipulated or created using artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The policy, set to be effective from mid-November, will be applicable to election advertisers across Google’s platforms, Bloomberg reported Wednesday (Sept. 6),...

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Google Introduces Autofill Enhancements to Improve Online Shopping Experience
September 06, 2023

Google has introduced several autofill enhancements designed to enhance the online shopping experience. These enhancements aim to make the checkout process more seamless and secure, addressing concerns such as a lengthy checkout process, sharing credit card information and limited payment methods, Google said in an announcement...

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Google Flights Reveals Cheapest Time to Book Holiday Flights
August 29, 2023

As the holiday season approaches, travelers are wondering about the best time to book their flights. Google Flights has recently released updated booking trend analysis, along with a new feature called “cheapest time to book,” providing valuable insights for travelers seeking the lowest fares. According...