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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Group based in China spied on companies in Brazil for seven years, says Google

Google disclosed that a Chinese cybercriminal group conducted a digital espionage campaign targeting Brazilian companies from 2018 to 2023.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Yle: Google's Major Purchase in Northern Ostrobothnia

Google has purchased 900 hectares of land in Vaalan, Northern Ostrobothnia, for the construction of a data center.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Google has purchased land in Vala for a possible data center

Google has acquired a large plot of land in the municipality of Vala for potential construction of a data center.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

Chinaโ€™s Huawei joins US giants OpenAI, Google in AI standards alliance

Huawei has joined forces with US and European companies in an AI standards alliance to enhance global AI development.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Google announces new emergency update to fix a critical flaw in Chrome

Google Chrome has released an emergency update to address a critical zero-day vulnerability that posed significant security risks.

Feb 25 โ€ข 20:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Buenos Aires neighborhood that inaugurated its first bilingual school associated with Google Reference School

A new bilingual school in the Buenos Aires neighborhood of Barracas has opened, offering innovative educational programs for local students.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Woman notices her deceased father in an unexpected place: 'He was sitting there on the balcony'

A woman named Bobbie Ryan had an emotional experience when she discovered her deceased father's image on Google Maps street view.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Crime & Justice

Chilling Google search of man who had fatal 'extreme' sex with Emmerdale actor revealed

Josh Baxter was jailed for the death of Michael Barron after an extreme sexual encounter that involved bondage and resulted in suffocation.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

If you Google your name: What appears and how to check it

The article discusses the implications of searching your own name on Google, revealing potentially unwanted personal information.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Russian Courts Penalize Google and Telegram with Million-Dollar Fines

Russian courts have imposed substantial fines on Google and Telegram.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

AI and Web Traffic: Seven out of Ten Google Searches End Without a Click

AI-driven searches on Google are fundamentally changing web traffic, resulting in most searches ending without user clicks, yet visitors coming through AI are more engaged.

Feb 25 โ€ข 05:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

AI and Web Traffic: Seven out of Ten Google Searches End Without a Click

The article discusses the significant impact of AI search on web traffic, highlighting that seven out of ten Google searches do not lead to clicks, posing challenges for website operators reliant on organic traffic.

Feb 25 โ€ข 05:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Is the Design of Companies Responsible for SNS Addiction? A Lawsuit in the U.S. Raises Questions of Responsibility

A lawsuit in the United States questions whether social media companies like Meta and Google are responsible for the rise of social media addiction among minors.

Feb 25 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

School Director in RS Falls for R$ 144,000 Scam; Criminals Posing as Google Employees

A school director in Canoas, Brazil, lost R$ 144,000 in a scam where criminals impersonated Google employees to solicit false advertising services.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Gemini and ChatGPT tricked into providing false information in their results, just by writing a blog with this information

A journalist successfully deceived ChatGPT and Google's AI tools into delivering false information by writing fictitious details in a realistic blog post, exposing vulnerabilities in widely used AI systems.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
Life & Tech

This French Waze is booming on the App Store and Google Play: what Roole Map does better than its competitors

Roole Map, a French GPS navigation app, is gaining popularity by topping the charts on mobile app stores with its user-friendly approach and lack of ads.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Margaret Mitchell, the AI dissident who challenged Google: "If you place in a chatbot the trust you should place in your peers, you will be manipulated"

Margaret Mitchell, a prominent figure in AI ethics, criticized the trust placed in AI chatbots, arguing that it invites manipulation.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Alternative service providers: How to break free from Google, Paypal, and Whatsapp

The Chaos Computer Club aims to promote alternative digital services and reduce reliance on major American tech companies like Google, Paypal, and Whatsapp through events and awareness campaigns.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Alternative Service Providers: How to Break Free from Google, PayPal, and WhatsApp

The Chaos Computer Club is promoting alternatives to major American tech companies through events aimed at ensuring digital independence.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
World

They took away their credit cards, Google, and Airbnb reservations. ICC judges face US sanctions

Eleven top officials of the International Criminal Court, including eight judges and three prosecutors, are facing US sanctions due to their investigation into war crimes in Afghanistan and for other reasons.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

How is the new version of Gemini that surpassed ChatGPT

Google has launched Gemini 3.1 Pro, an AI update that excels in multiple tests compared to competitors like ChatGPT.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Veterans and VIPs Dominated the Search Rankings of BBB 26 on Google; See the List

Veterans and special guests have dominated Google search rankings for the BBB 26 show, with former contestants Ana Paula Renault and Jonas Sulzbach at the top.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Data Loot in the Name of AI! Hackers Reached KYC in 25 Countries using the App

A data leak incident has exposed millions of smartphone users' data through two apps that utilized AI tools, as reported by Forbes.

Feb 23 โ€ข 05:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Buddy is AI and Human: Motivation and Advice for Middle School Long-Distance Running?

Japanese middle school students are receiving advice from Google's AI assistant 'Gemini' during their long-distance running practice, focusing on motivation and technical guidance.

Feb 22 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Eric Schmidt: The Lord of Drones

Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google, is currently in the news for his personal life, but his contributions and insights related to drone technology in the context of the Ukraine war are of greater significance.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

How to make Google display your preferred sources at the top of search results

Google's new feature allows users to prioritize trusted news sources in their search results.

Feb 22 โ€ข 08:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

Debut before anyone else with MediaMarkt the new Google phone: Pixel 10a (and take advantage of its special discount)

Google has launched its latest mid-range smartphone, the Pixel 10a, available for purchase at MediaMarkt with a special discount.

Feb 22 โ€ข 05:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Shubman Gill taught Google CEO Sundar Pichai this special shot, watch VIDEO

Indian cricketer Shubman Gill shared his cricketing techniques in a masterclass with Google CEO Sundar Pichai in Gurugram.

Feb 21 โ€ข 13:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Arab Musical Revolution... Lyria 3 Gives Gemini the Ability to Compose and Sing

Google has officially launched its advanced music model, Lyria 3, which supports the Arabic language and offers new creative opportunities for Arabic content creators.

Feb 21 โ€ข 09:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Can Instagram, TikTok, and other social networks lead to addiction?

The article discusses the potential for social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok to cause addiction, highlighting a significant lawsuit against Meta and Google by parents and a young adult.

Feb 21 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO โŸฉ Historical lawsuit: 20-year-old woman blames Instagram and YouTube for her mental health problems

A historic lawsuit in the US accuses Meta and Google of contributing to a young woman's mental health issues due to social media dependence.

Feb 21 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

How Google Stopped Over 25 Crore Risky App Installations

Google has reported on its efforts to secure the Android ecosystem by blocking millions of risky apps that could pose security threats to users.

Feb 21 โ€ข 02:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Meta, Google, and Reddit knock on the government regarding critical users.

The article discusses concerns over U.S. authorities using data from tech companies like Meta, Google, and Reddit to monitor critics, particularly those challenging immigration enforcement.

Feb 20 โ€ข 16:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Three Silicon Valley engineers arrested for stealing Google data to send to Iran

Three Silicon Valley engineers have been arrested for allegedly stealing trade secrets from Google and other tech companies to send to Iran.

Feb 20 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Collaboration between the Ministry of Interior and Google renewed for training public servants in Artificial Intelligence

The Greek Ministry of Interior and Google have signed a new memorandum of cooperation to enhance training for public servants in Artificial Intelligence, expecting a significant increase in participation over the coming years.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Iran Hacks Google: Arrest of 3 Engineers in Silicon Valley for Stealing Technology Secrets

Three Silicon Valley engineers have been arrested for allegedly stealing sensitive trade secrets from Google and other tech companies and transferring them to Iran.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Crime & Justice

"Calculated Breach of Trust": Iranian Engineers Allegedly Stole Google Secrets

Three engineers from Silicon Valley are accused of stealing Google's trade secrets and attempting to transfer sensitive data to Iran.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Grande Rio Breaks Google Search Record with Virginia in the Battery

The Grande Rio samba school achieved a record high in Google searches during Carnival, largely due to influencer Virginia Fonseca's role as the drum queen.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Mind launches inquiry into AI and mental health after Guardian investigation

Mind is investigating AI's influence on mental health following revelations of dangerous advice from Googleโ€™s AI Overviews.

Feb 20 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Data Protection demands the Andalusian Government more guarantees for the profiles of 738,502 students given to Google

The Data Protection authority in Andalusia has urged the regional government to provide stronger protections for student data shared with Google.

Feb 20 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
Life & Tech

15 Strangest Fetishes People Hide in Google Searches

The article explores bizarre sexual fetishes that individuals commonly search for on Google but often feel unable to express openly.

Feb 19 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

How much does the Pixel 10a cost in Mexico? This is Google's new mid-range cell phone

Google has launched the Pixel 10a in Mexico, a mid-range smartphone available at various retail outlets with prices that may vary depending on location and color.

Feb 19 โ€ข 21:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Where am I now: how you can see your location in real time with Google Maps

The article discusses how to effectively use Google Maps' real-time location feature, emphasizing its importance and accuracy for everyday navigation tasks.

Feb 19 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What is Bharat GI Coffee? A special type of coffee was seen being enjoyed by Sundar Pichai in a video.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai tasted Bharat GI Coffee during his visit to India for the AI Impact Summit, highlighting India's initiative to promote products with Geographical Indication (GI) tags globally.

Feb 19 โ€ข 15:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Google DeepMind will open the first fully robotic AI laboratory in the United Kingdom

Google DeepMind is set to inaugurate the UKโ€™s first fully robotic scientific laboratory as announced by UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy at the AI Impact Summit.

Feb 19 โ€ข 13:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Google Won Lawsuit Against Fraud Network Exposed by NRK

A New York federal court has granted Google a temporary injunction against individuals accused of running a global fraud operation revealed by NRK.

Feb 19 โ€ข 13:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

I hacked ChatGPT and Google's AI in 20 minutes (and what I was able to demonstrate with that)

The author claims to have discovered a way to manipulate AI chatbots, revealing their tendency to provide misleading information easily.

Feb 19 โ€ข 13:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Pixel 10a: all the news on Google's mid-range price

The Google Pixel 10a is launched as a mid-range smartphone priced at 549 euros, featuring advanced AI and enhanced cameras.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Gene Hackman's wife Betsy's frantic Google searches in final hours before deaths

Bodycam footage reveals the tragic final hours of Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, who both faced life-threatening health issues before their deaths.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Google reveals the budget 'Pixel 10a'.. here are its specifications

Google has unveiled its latest budget smartphone, the Pixel 10a, priced at $499, which is a toned-down version of the previously released Pixel 10 series.

Feb 19 โ€ข 05:39 UTC

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