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Gemma 4 12B uses a new encoding scheme and token prediction to punch above its weight.
Britain's competition watchdog has introduced new rules for Google's search. Publishers can now decide if their content powers Google's AI. This move aims to give creators more control and better deals. Google accounts for over 90% of UK searches. The changes respond to how users find information wi
There’s been a lot of pushback in recent months around the impact of AI data centers on local communities, with the use of water being a key issue for many. Google, in an expension of its “water stewardship” programs, is making commitments that include replenishing more water than it uses at its dat
Google is pushing Gemini everywhere, but why should I use an assistant with limits?
With coding having emerged as one of the best use cases for LLMs, Google is reportedly looking to train its AI models with code from actual Android app developers, but is at least paying them to do so. more…
The Competition and Markets Authority has flagged concerns about Google's dominance in search services. Google accounts for more than 90% of UK queries, and the regulator had been consulting on the matter to ensure effective competition.
Watchdog says ‘publishers will now have effective tools to prevent content being used to power AI features in search’ Business live – latest updates Publishers will be able to opt out of their content being used to train Google’s AI models and power its search summaries, the UK competition watchdog
Google on Wednesday afternoon announced a new software update for the Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Pixel Buds 2a. Related: Google Pixel Buds app update brings new gradient icon more…
Google launched Universal Cart at I/O 2026 last week. An intelligent cart that follows users across Search, Gemini, YouTube, and Gmail. ALM Corp published the list of named early checkout merchants on May 20: Nike, Sephora, Target, Ulta Beauty, Walmart, Wayfair, and Shopify brands. I read that list
Following the big Neural Expressive redesign at I/O 2026 last month, Google is rolling out some tweaks to the Gemini overlay on Android. more…
Google's June Android feature drop includes more scam detection, more AirDrop, and yes, more AI.
The EU's moves towards digital sovereignty might include its Parliament ditching Google.
Amazon Prime Day is still weeks away, but top phone deals from Samsung, Google, and Motorola are already live.
One of largest equity fundraisings ever includes $10bn share sale to US investment group Berkshire Hathaway Business live – latest updates Google’s parent company, Alphabet, has said it plans to raise up to $80bn (£59bn) in equity to fund its vast artificial intelligence infrastructure investments,
A surprise leak on Best Buy appears to reveal the next Google Home speaker launching in late June.
Google has a pretty prolific track record when it comes to device leaks and we now have another for the collection. A Pixel Watch 5 prototype emerged in the depths of the Atlantic Ocean, revealing its design well ahead of launch. The images of the Watch 5 were shared by Randy Pitchford, the co-found
Google's first public response to the Hindware ruling has sparked fresh debate over trademark keywords and advertising practices. The post Google Defends Trademark Ad Policy After Delhi HC’s Hindware Keyword Advertising Ruling appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
AI had its moment, but efficiency gains are being passed on less and less.
Further reflecting on Google’s practical focus for Gemini and AI in general at I/O 2026 last week, I still find myself struggling to find ways to actually make this technology useful in ways that actually matter. So, what are you doing with Gemini? more…
I stopped installing updates after seeing what they're doing to my apps
