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Google and Telus Partnered in–Child Facial Data Collection Project?!
Google is reportedly collecting facial data of children through a project that involves parent-submitted videos, as per a project description reviewed by 404 Media. The project, conducted on behalf of Google by Telus, offers parents $50 to film their children wearing various props like hats or sunglasses. This plan is part of Google's efforts to...
Google Adding New Security Features to Chrome, Including Updates to Safety Check
As December starts to come to an end, Google is adding new safety and secuirty features to Chrome on desktop.
Google Agrees to $700 Million USD Antitrust Settlement in U.S.
Google has announced an antitrust settlement of $700 million USD ($937 million CAD) with various U.S. state attorney generals, a move that underscores its commitment to evolving Android and Google Play amidst ongoing competition and regulatory feedback, it said in reaction to the decision. This development follows a recent trial where Google expressed disappointment over...
Google Extends Deadline to Convert Stadia Controller to Bluetooth
Google is extending its deadline to convert Wi-Fi-only Stadia controllers to Bluetooth to December 31st, 2024.
Google Unveils Next-Gen ‘Gemini Pro’ AI Model for Developers
Google has announced Gemini in three sizes: Ultra, Pro, and Nano, integrating them into various products such as Android's Pixel 8 Pro and Bard.
Epic Lands Win as Google Play Store Found to be Operated as Monopoly
Epic Games, the developer of Fortnite, has walked away with a win in its case against Google.
Google Admits Gemini AI Model Demo was Faked
Google recently unveiled Gemini, its new AI model now featured in Bard and also the Pixel 8 Pro. The power of the Gemini AI model, showcased in a video that has garnered attention on social media, is designed to perform complex tasks such as detecting magic tricks and excelling in accountancy exams. However, Google has...
Canada’s Top YouTube Moments of 2023 Revealed
YouTube's "A Year on YouTube” list for 2023 reveals the content that has captured the attention of Canadians. It’s that time of the year again to see what was the most popular content on YouTube. This year, Canada experienced a surge in YouTube engagement, says Google, pointing out that the Top Canadian Creator was Anna...
Feds and Google Reach Deal Over Online News Act: Report
Google and federal government have settled their dispute regarding the Online News Act, according to sources familiar with the matter who spoke to Radio-Canada and CBC News. The agreement involves Google making annual payments to Canadian news companies, estimated to be around $100 million. This development follows earlier government estimates that Google's compensation should be...
Google Investigating Drive Issue, Causing Files to go Missing
Google is investigating an issue affecting its Drive app, causing files to inexplicably go missing.
Google Addresses Pixel 8 Display Bumps, Claims They Don’t Impact Performance
Google has come out to address an issue some users are experiencing with their Pixel 8, causing small bumps to appear.
Google Black Friday 2023 Deals in Canada Now Available
Google has launched its Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals for 2023 in Canada, offering a variety of savings on its Pixel smartphones, Nest products and more. Check out the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales below from Google Canada, detailing the deal price and original selling price in brackets, plus savings. The Pixel 8...