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Google faces an astronomical fine of $204.8 octillion. This amount exceeds all the money the world has ever made. The penalty stems from a long-running dispute related to YouTube’s banning of Russian media outlets. The tech giant has spent years refusing to restore the accounts of Russian pro-Kremlin and state-run media. This situation escalated after …
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Google has implemented advanced security measures to protect Gmail accounts. The hackers are also adapting with increasingly sophisticated attacks. With over 2.5 billion users, Gmail is a prime target for cybercriminals. Here’s what you need to know. Scary Sophistication of AI-Driven Scams Sam Mitrovic, a Microsoft solutions consultant, recently warned about a “super realistic AI …
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Meta-owned WhatsApp is rolling out a new beta update for Android users, version 2.24.21.3, designed to help prevent the spread of fake images. This update introduces a feature that allows users to verify the authenticity of images they receive. As a result, users will have better tools to identify misleading or false content. The new …
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Google is testing a new verification feature that aims to help users avoid fraudulent websites. The company is experimenting with adding blue checkmarks beside business links in search results, similar to the verification symbols seen on social media platforms like Meta and Apple. These checkmarks indicate that the business is legitimate and not a copycat …
Google announced that Gemini Live, initially launched at the Pixel 9 event, is now available for all Android users at no cost. The company shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “We’re starting to roll out Gemini Live in English to more people using the Android app, free of charge.” Users can now go …
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Google reiterated its commitment to empowering Pakistan’s digital economy during an event titled “Move Forward: Google for Pakistan,” held in Islamabad on September 5, 2024. The event focused on the importance of bridging the digital skills gap, promoting digital exports, and securing the country’s economic future. Google’s ongoing initiatives, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), have …
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Google hosted Think Apps 2024 in Lahore, gathering nearly 350 of Pakistan’s top developers, along with global and regional industry leaders. This event, the largest of its kind in Pakistan, focused on empowering developers to use AI for innovation, growth, and sustainability in the country’s expanding app industry. Building on the success of Think Apps …
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At the film festival, actor Shah Rukh Khan, who was honored with the Pardo alla Carriera (Career Leopard) award, joked, “If you don’t know me, leave, Google me, and then come back.” The witty comment went viral, with fans loving his sense of humor. Google India responded to the viral comment by sharing a picture …
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Google Cloud, in partnership with Tech Valley, successfully wrapped up its first-ever Startup Competition Pakistan 2024, drawing 700 submissions from over 70 cities. The Grand Finale, held alongside I/O Extended Karachi at IBA Karachi, attracted more than 1,300 startups and developers, highlighting the growing tech scene in the country. A Platform for Innovation The competition …
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Google for Startups has announced the launch of its AI Academy, a groundbreaking program designed to support and accelerate the growth of AI startups in Pakistan and the broader Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. This initiative aims to foster a vibrant AI community, drive cross-border innovation, and position APAC as a leading hub for AI advancements. Nurturing …
