Google Antitrust Suit

Google’s Gemini AI just shattered the rules of visual processing — here’s what that means for you

Google's Gemini AI achieves a milestone with simultaneous video and image processing, unlocking possibilities through AnyChat.

VentureBeat - 18h

Google faces first major probe under UK's tough new antitrust rules

Britain's competition watchdog said Tuesday that it's opening a formal antitrust investigation into Google's search and search advertising business.

CNBC - 1d

The class-action suit against Israel's funding defies law and logic

Their case is entirely without legal merit.

The Hill - 2d

Google Joins the AI Shopping Revolution With Agent Tools for Retailers

The next stage of AI development, which lets the technology act with more autonomy and performs some customer service actions, is being applied to an industry that must constantly embrace change.

Inc. - 2d

Goodbye ‘Accountant Archetype.’ Former CFOs Are Dominating the C-Suite

As CFOs gain more operational experience—and activist shareholders continue to loom—they are increasingly attractive CEO candidates.

Inc. - 2d

We Need More Taxi-Drivers in the C-Suite

The same skills that preserve cognitive health can create better leaders.

Inc. - 4d

Jordan, Hamlin Defeat NASCAR Motion, Suit Heads to Discovery

A federal district judge on Friday denied NASCAR’s motion to dismiss the antitrust lawsuit brought by 23XI Racing, which is owned by Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin, and Front Row Motorsports. The ...

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Google DeepMind researchers introduce new benchmark to improve LLM factuality, reduce hallucinations

Based on a new benchmark, Google DeepMind found Gemini 2.0 Flash to be the most factual LLM, with a score of 83.6%.

VentureBeat - 4d

Boeing and Google each give $1m for Trump inauguration

The US companies join other major firms donating funds for the ceremony on 20 January.

BBC News - 5d

Google and Microsoft donate $1m each to Trump’s inaugural fund

Tech giants follow footsteps of other major companies, including Amazon, Meta, OpenAI and Uber. Google and Microsoft have donated $1m each to Donald Trump ’s inauguration fund, following in ...

The Guardian - 5d

Google donates $1 million to Trump's inauguration fund, joining other tech giants

Google becomes the latest tech company to donate to Trump's inauguration fund

CNBC - 6d

Fake Aldi on Google Maps wreaks 'havoc' on village

Shoppers end up empty handed after driving to a rural village hoping to buy their bread and milk.

BBC News - 6d

How a Revamped McDonald’s Value Menu May Force Rivals to Follow Suit Again

Initially introduced last June as a limited promo, a revived and extended $5 “McValue” menu seeks to lure back larger volumes of inflation-rattled customers to McDonald’s.

Inc. - 6d

Four cases to test Trump’s antitrust strategy

The new antitrust team appointed by President-elect Trump includes bipartisan members with no clear indication of their enforcement approach, but historic precedent suggests that they may not ...

The Hill - 6d

Google, Warren Buffett, and Science Agree: These 3 Words Are the Best Path to Remarkable Success

Google, Warren Buffett, and science on the fundamental algorithm of lifelong success and happiness.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Ex-WSU coach loses suit over vax-related firing

Former Washington State coach Nick Rolovich has lost a lawsuit against the school that he filed after he was fired in 2021 over his refusal to comply with the state's COVID-19 vaccination ...

ESPN - Jan. 7

Labor Board Says Google Should Have to Bargain With Contractors’ Union

A National Labor Relations Board complaint says that as a joint employer of workers from IT staffing firm Accenture Flex, the tech giant should be obliged to negotiate with its union.

Inc. - Jan. 7

FTC Chair Khan hopes Amazon, Facebook won't get 'sweetheart deal' from Trump in antitrust cases

Lina Khan, who was tapped by President Joe Biden to lead the FTC, is set to be replaced by President-elect Donald Trump's pick Andrew Ferguson.

CNBC - Jan. 7

FTC chair hopes Amazon, Facebook won't get 'sweetheart deal' from Trump in antitrust cases

Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan said Tuesday she hopes the incoming Trump administration will not let Amazon and Facebook parent Meta off the hook from pending antitrust lawsuits by her ...

NBC News - Jan. 7

Google maps the future of AI agents: Five lessons for businesses

Google's groundbreaking white paper reveals how AI agents leverage advanced reasoning, real-time data access and autonomous decision-making.

VentureBeat - Jan. 6

Suit claims Fox Sports ex-host offered hairstylist $1.5 million for sex

Attorneys for Noushin Faraji are seeking unspecified damages from Skip Bayless, Fox Sports and Fox Corporation, according to the lawsuit.

CBS News - Jan. 6

Cocksure Kim Jong-un is raising the nuclear stakes. Is it time for South Korea to follow suit? | Simon Tisdall

Under Donald Trump, the US may become an unreliable ally. The case is getting stronger for Seoul to build its own deterrent. So-called frozen conflicts can suddenly turn hot without warning. Look ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

TikTok Knew Livestreams Exploited Minors, Suit Claims

A Utah lawsuit alleges that TikTok was aware livestream posed risks to children.

Inc. - Jan. 3

Apple Settles Siri Eavesdropping Suit for $95 Million

Despite a reputation for prioritizing customer privacy, plaintiffs claimed the company activated Siri to collect data even when users didn’t summon the virtual assistant.

Inc. - Jan. 3

Google’s antitrust woes spark analyst downgrade of Alphabet’s stock

JMP Securities cited “the risk of antitrust penalties that could significantly impact Google’s U.S. distribution of search and search revenue.”

MarketWatch - Jan. 3

Mogul Do Kwon Pleads Not Guilty in Crypto Suit

Terraform Labs founder Kwon entered the plea in Manhattan federal court.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Why Mick Cronin and Other College Basketball Coaches Still Wear Suits

Fashion among basketball coaches has been decidedly casual since the pandemic began, but a handful of college coaches are still dressed for success.

The New York Times - Dec. 30

Ex-Wife of Ambushed Doc Arrested; Gender-Affirming Care Suit; COVID Testing Scheme

This is a MedPage Today story. The ex-wife of a Los Angeles doctor who was murdered in an ambush outside his office has been arrested for the crime along with four other suspects. (People) A ...

ABC News - Dec. 28

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