At Cloud Next, Google bets on AI everywhere
From TPU Ironwood to Agent2Agent: Google doubles down on hybrid AI
Google's DeepMind accused of paying AI staff to do nothing - as long as they don't work elsewhere
In a nutshell: Google's DeepMind is enforcing strict noncompete clauses and extended notice periods to limit its U.K.-based AI talent from joining competitors, a tactic that underscores the fierce competition for skilled professionals in the field. The measure has drawn criticism from former employees and industry insiders who argue they stifle innovation and limit career mobility in the sector.
Chromebooks get an AI upgrade with MediaTek's new Kompanio Ultra chip
The 3nm chip features 50 TOPS of AI processing
Google's new battery tech will lower capacity over time, whether you like it or not
It might actually boost longevity, though
Google AI falls for April Fools' prank story, presents it as real news
According to Google AI, Cwmbran, Wales is the roundabout capital of the world
Gmail adds end-to-end encryption for internal emails in enterprise beta
Send client-side-encrypted messages with a few clicks
Google promotes new security requirements for HTTPS encryption providers
Linting and MPIC technologies can significantly improve the safety of web connections
Google's Colossus internal storage system still relies on HDDs for storing most of its data
But a smart algorithm manages the system's massive cache comprised of SSDs
Google confirms Android development will soon become fully private
The OS will still remain open source, for now
Surprise Google Pixel update brings up to 60% GPU performance boost
Geekbench scores are promising, but more testing is needed
YouTube streams go blurry: users complain of major quality issues this past week
The biggest video platform on the planet is having a bad week
Google upgrades Gmail search with AI to improve email relevance
The world's most popular email service should soon include a smarter search function
YouTube cracks down (again) on ad blockers, frustrating users
Google says ad revenue is key to keeping YouTube afloat
Justice Department asks judge to order Google the "immediate" sale of Chrome
New filing contains a provision that could allow the court to force Google to divest Android, too
Over 400 celebrities sign letter opposing AI training on copyrighted works without permission
OpenAI wants to promote "the freedom to learn"
What just happened? Hundreds of stars and Hollywood executives have signed an open letter urging the Trump administration to deny proposals from AI companies that would allow their systems to be trained on copyrighted work without obtaining permission.
Google Pixel 9a reviews are already live, days ahead of official unveiling
A new look, a big battery, and seven years of updates
Microsoft Edge browser starts offering extensions on Android before Chrome
How Microsoft is setting Edge apart from Chrome on Android, though Firefox came in first
Android users will soon be able to pause Google's anti-malware service for sideloading
Play Protect will automatically reactivate after a while
Google wants to make every Android game playable on PC
Some PC games are also coming to Android, including a new version of Disco Elysium for the TikTok audience
Google's Gemini AI can now see your search history to offer "better" answers
More reasons to delete your browser history
Robots leverage Google's Gemini AI to fold origami from simple instructions
Gemini Robotics helps bridge that elusive software-hardware gap
Apple and Google browser policies are "holding back" browser innovation, UK probe says
Rules restrict third-party browser engines and features
Google's mandatory Pixel 4a update linked to overheating hazard
The big picture: Google unexpectedly released a firmware update for the Pixel 4a smartphone earlier this year. Many users reported that the update made their devices unreliable or even unusable, leading them to question whether it was truly necessary. Now, an Australian organization has revealed the real reason behind the update.
Not for the first time: North Korean hackers used fake apps to spread spyware on Android
The malicious app had limited downloads before being removed
Google presses Trump's DOJ to abandon breakup plans, citing national security
Alphabet pushes back against Biden-era efforts to dismantle its empire