OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT.com, an innovative AI-powered search engine that features a conversational interface for web searches. Unlike conventional search engines like Google, ChatGPT.com allows users to access search results and information without needing to log in, making it easier for both new and returning users. The announcement was made in February 2025, following the initial rollout of the search feature to paid subscribers in October 2024. Since December 2024, the service has been available to the general public, providing an alternative to established platforms such as Google, Bing, and…
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Google has decided to eliminate its diversity-based hiring targets
Google has announced that it will no longer pursue its diversity-based hiring targets and is reevaluating its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This move is in line with similar decisions made by major U.S. companies like Meta and Amazon, indicating a wider trend of scaling back DEI efforts. In 2020, in response to the George Floyd protests and the Black Lives Matter movement, Google established ambitious goals to boost leadership representation from underrepresented groups by 30% by 2025. However, the company has now opted to abandon these aspirational targets….
Read MoreAlphabet is planning a $75 billion investment as Google Cloud’s revenue comes in below expectations.
Alphabet INC the parent company of Google, has announced plans to invest an impressive $75 billion in capital expenditures this year, highlighting its dedication to enhancing artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and expanding data centers. However, the tech giant’s cloud division did not meet analyst expectations, raising concerns about its competitiveness against rivals like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. Despite a strong overall financial performance, Alphabet’s cloud revenue growth fell short of Wall Street projections, leading to a slight decline in the company’s stock following the earnings report. Analysts point…
Read MoreASML’s CEO has dismissed DeepSeek while emphasizing the dominance of AI in the U.S.
Veldhoven, Netherlands – Peter Wennink, CEO of ASML, the leading supplier of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, has downplayed worries regarding China’s DeepSeek, a rising AI chipmaker. In a recent interview, Wennink asserted that the true threat to the AI industry comes from U.S. tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI, rather than from Chinese firms. Although DeepSeek has made progress in AI chip development, Wennink noted that China’s semiconductor capabilities remain constrained by U.S. export restrictions on advanced technologies, including ASML’s extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machines. He stressed that significant advancements…
Read MoreHTC is set to sell a portion of its XR unit to Google for $250 million.
HTC, a leader in virtual and augmented reality (XR) technology, is preparing to sell a portion of its XR division to Google in a deal worth $250 million. This move represents a significant change in HTC’s business strategy and enhances Google’s ambitions in the immersive technology sector. The agreement involves transferring key talent and resources from HTC’s XR unit to Google, which will strengthen the tech giant’s ability to innovate in virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR). HTC will keep part of its XR division to…
Read MoreGoogle Faces Antitrust Scrutiny Over Alleged Ad Market Monopoly
In a landmark legal battle, Google finds itself at the centre of antitrust proceedings as regulators and competitors accuse the tech giant of monopolizing the digital advertising market. Critics argue that Google’s dominance in online advertising stifles competition, inflates ad costs, and limits options for smaller businesses. The case, which has drawn global attention, could have far-reaching implications for the advertising industry and the future of tech regulation. Regulators allege that Google leverages its control over key parts of the ad supply chain—from its ad exchange to its ad-buying tools—to…
Read MoreGoogle Contemplates Layoffs of 30,000 Employees as AI Enhances Operational Efficiency
Google is reportedly considering laying off 30,000 employees in its ad sales division. The restructuring is a response to Google’s exploration of AI applications for operational efficiency, raising concerns about job security in human-centric roles. Sean Downey, head of ad sales for major accounts in the US, mentioned in a recent meeting that Google plans to reorganize its ad sales team but did not explicitly address the possibility of layoffs. The Information reported that the integration of AI is expected to significantly impact the operational aspects, leading to potential job…
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