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Google Cloud launches AI Threat Defense, deploying autonomous patches at machine speed
Google Cloud launched Google AI Threat Defense to counter the increasing speed of AI-powered cyberattacks. The autonomous platform discovers, prioritizes, and...
Illinois mandates third-party AI safety audits, setting strictest US standards
The Illinois Legislature passed Senate Bill 315, known as the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act. The bill passed the House unanimously and now heads...
Google engineer charged with fraud, used confidential search data for bets
Federal authorities charged Google software engineer Michele Spagnuolo with commodities fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering. Spagnuolo allegedly used...
Google and Apple Warn Canadian Bill Threatens User Encryption and Privacy
Google and Apple warned Canadian lawmakers that a proposed bill threatens user privacy and security. Company executives argue the legislation risks encryption...
Chan Zuckerberg's Biohub Releases AI 'World Model' for Proteins to Accelerate Drug Discovery
The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub, a philanthropic research institute funded by Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan, has released a new AI system it describes as a...
DuckDuckGo Reports User Surge Amid Criticism of Google's AI Search Overhaul
Google competitor DuckDuckGo reported a significant rise in U.S. app installations. This growth follows criticism of Google's recent AI-driven search...
Google launches $100 screenless Fitbit Air, challenging Whoop for market share
Google released the Fitbit Air on May 26. The new screenless wearable retails for $100. It monitors heart rate, sleep, and fitness metrics to minimize...
Google Faces Record EU Fine, Unfairly Favoring Own Search Results
The European Union is preparing a fine against Alphabet’s Google totaling several hundred million euros. This penalty marks the largest-ever fine issued under...
Google's Biggest Search Overhaul in 25 Years Is Live — But Can It Protect a $240 Billion Ad Machine?
Shares of Alphabet drifted lower this week, falling 3.7% from $393.11 to $378.40 over five sessions, even as Google unveiled what it called the most...
Google Overhauls Search with Gemini 3.5 Flash, Deploying New AI Agents
Google is rolling out an AI-first search experience as the new default interface for many users. This update replaces traditional blue links with a...
Wall Street Divided on Alphabet's AI Spending Amid Strong Cloud Growth
Wall Street holds a split perspective on Alphabet's future. The company's stock dipped 1.2% in the previous trading session. Investors are weighing heavy...
DeepSeek makes 75% API discount permanent, intensifying global AI price war
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek made its 75% promotional discount on the flagship V4-Pro API permanent. The new standard pricing replaces a temporary offer...
Google appeals search monopoly ruling, arguing it won fair and square
Google filed an appeal with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit. This action challenges a federal ruling that the company illegally monopolized...
Alphabet sees $450 target, driven by AI and Cloud growth
Goldman Sachs reiterated a firm buy rating for Alphabet Class A stock (GOOGL). The investment bank raised its price target to $450 from $400. The upgrade...
Waymo Pauses Freeway and Atlanta Robotaxis, Citing Flooding Software Updates
Waymo suspended its robotaxi services on U.S. freeways and paused all operations in Atlanta. The company is deploying software updates to improve vehicle...
Google Faces EU Fraud Complaints, Risking 6% Revenue Fine Over Scams
Alphabet’s Google, Meta, and TikTok face formal EU complaints from the European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) and 29 member groups. These filings under the...
xAI loses $6.4 billion, SpaceX filing reveals massive AI spending
Elon Musk’s xAI reported a $6.4 billion operating loss for 2025. The company generated $3.2 billion in revenue during the same period. SpaceX disclosed these...
Alphabet invests $15 billion in Missouri data center, fueling AI growth
Alphabet announced a $15 billion investment to build a new data center in New Florence, Missouri. This facility marks one of the largest technology projects in...
Anthropic hires OpenAI co-founder Andrej Karpathy, accelerating AI model development
Andrej Karpathy, a founding member of OpenAI and former Tesla AI director, has joined rival AI lab Anthropic. The move strengthens Anthropic’s position in the...
Google Overhauls Search with Gemini 3.5, Pivoting to AI Agents
Google unveiled a comprehensive suite of AI updates at its I/O 2026 conference. The company fundamentally reimagined its core Search engine using an...