During WWDC earlier this month, there was one app that was conspicuously missing from the iOS 12 demo: Maps. Instead of adding …
Google lets users “banish” annoying online ads
The world’s largest digital ad-seller is expanding a set of controls that let people restrict particular ads and personal-targeting criteria, Bloomberg reported.
Google bans use of its AI tech in weapons
Google has enforced a ban on its artificial intelligence software to be used in weapons or unreasonable surveillance efforts under …
KPMG, Google combine expertise to power digital experiences
KPMG International has announced an alliance with Google aimed at enabling organisations transform their business and operating models with secure cloud computing, machine learning (ML), enterprise mobility and advanced analytics technologies.
Microsoft, Google disclose new chip flaws
Cybersecurity researchers have reportedly found a new security flaw that affects a wide variety of modern computing chips and is related to the Spectre and Meltdown chip flaws that emerged in January.
Google’s “robo-caller” will notify users when calls are recorded
Earlier this month, Google revealed it’s AI-based robo-caller Duplex. The company has since faced plenty of questions about how it works.
LG integrates Google Assistant on AI-enabled TVs
LG Electronics is introducing Google Assistant on its 2018 AI TV line-up, which will deliver cutting-edge AI features operated directly through the TV’s remote control with no additional hardware required.
Google updates Search features to mark Ramadan
Google announced on Sunday a new feature in its Search experience during Ramadan which brings information related to the month-long occasion to the main results page once users search using Ramadan-related keywords.
Google’s latest AI system raises ethical concerns
Google has conducted an impressive demo of its latest project the Duplex AI system, during Google I/O.
Google set to redesign Gmail
Alphabet Google has reportedly announced its first Gmail redesign since 2013, capping what the company says was an expensive overhaul two years in the making to adopt security and offline functionality and better resemble Microsoft Outlook, according to Reuters.
Five Google innovation hubs coming to Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Federation for Cyber Security and Programming has reportedly finalised agreement with Google to set up five Google Innovation Hub centres across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Google to boost digital skills among Arab youth
Google has announced the launch of an Arabic online learning platform as part of the firm’s efforts to help people in MENA find jobs and advance their careers or grow their businesses.
Saudi crown prince talks cybersecurity with Google execs
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman met with Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin, and CEO Sundar Pichai on Thursday, concluding his three week whirlwind tour of visiting US tech titans.
Data is the currency of the future, says Google exec
Data is the ‘new oil’ and the currency for the future and the media should be careful while sharing it,” said Carlo Biondo, President, EMEA Strategic Partnerships, Google.
Google employees battle cyber bullying at work
Around 100 Google US employees concerned about cyber bullying inside the company have organised into a group proposing new policies …
Twitter joins Facebook, Google, in cryptocurrency clampdown
Twitter Inc will begin to ban cryptocurrency advertising from Tuesday, joining Facebook and Google in a crackdown that aims to …
Amazon bumps Google as Wall Street’s second most valuable firm
Amazon.com has reportedly became the second most valuable publicly listed US company on Tuesday, surpassing Google parent Alphabet for the first time, according to Reuters.
Google to stop displaying crypto ads
Alphabet Inc’s Google said on Wednesday it will ban advertisements for cryptocurrencies and related content starting in June.
DEWA launches virtual employee service on Google AI
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has launched its ‘Rammas‘ service on Google’s Artificial Intelligence platform to answer its customers’ queries.
DEWA first government firm to launch service on Google AI
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has launched its ‘Rammas’ service on Google’s Artificial Intelligence, AI, platform to answer its customers’ queries.