Google pays $68 million to settle claims its voice assistant spied on users

The tech giant did not admit wrongdoing in the case.

5 big changes coming to Google Chrome in 2026 (whether you like it or not)

Gemini in Chrome can browse the web on its own to perform tasks on your behalf and gets its own side panel -- here's what else is new.

Google disrupts IPIDEA residential proxy networks fueled by malware

IPIDEA, one of the largest residential proxy networks used by threat actors, was disrupted earlier this week by Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) in collaboration with industry partners.

Google’s Low-Cost AI Plus Plan Launches in 35 New Countries Including the US

Google's AI Plus is coming to the US and 34 other new countries today, and it's available at just $3.99/month for the first two months for new subscribers.

Google Aims Knockout Blow at Chinese Company Linked to Massive Cyber Weapon

The company is targeting a global network employed by hackers and criminals that often uses devices silently running in the homes of everyday Americans.
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Google confirms AI search will have ads, but they may look different

Google Ads are not going anywhere. Eventually, AI Search results on Google and likely other properties will have ads. Google recently reported $56.57 billion in revenue from ads on Search and YouTube. You obviously can't expect ads to disappear from its ...

Google Maps now lets you access Gemini while walking and cycling

When you're walking around and navigating with Maps, you can now ask Gemini questions like "What neighborhood am I in?" or "What are top-rated restaurants nearby?"