Could Google be forced into a company breakup?
The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) is reportedly considering drastic measures, including the possible breakup of Google, following the recent ruling that found the tech giant guilty of monopolising the Search market. This comes after a federal judge determined that Google, which is part of Alphabet Inc. and valued at approximately $2 trillion, had illegally […]
Google found to hold a monopoly over Search and Advertising
A US judge has ruled that Google violated antitrust laws by establishing an illegal monopoly over the online search and advertising sectors. The ruling by Judge Amit Mehta found that Google made multibillion-dollar deals with device manufacturers like Apple and Samsung to ensure its search engine was the default on their devices, significantly paying Apple […]
Google releases 3 new Chrome AI features for enhanced Search
Google Chrome is introducing three new AI features aimed at enhancing the Search experience: these include advanced Google Lens capabilities, a product comparison tool called Tab Compare, and an improved method for rediscovering browsing history. All 3 features leverage the latest Google AI and Gemini models. First, Google Lens, previously available on mobile, is now […]
Snapchat launches AR experience for Paris 2024 Olympic Games with NBC
The world’s top athletes are gathering in Paris for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, and fans globally can follow the excitement through Snapchat. This platform offers a variety of ways to engage with the Games, including official highlights, creator content, and unique augmented reality (AR) experiences. Official Highlights and Creator Content Official broadcasters like NBC […]
Meta announces new enhanced features for Meta AI expansion
Meta AI has recently expanded its accessibility, now available in seven new languages and additional countries, including regions in Latin America. This expansion means Meta AI can now assist users in 22 countries, with new additions in Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, and Cameroon. Users can engage with Meta AI through popular platforms like […]
OpenAI’s board to no longer have Microsoft oversight
Microsoft has decided to relinquish its observer seat on OpenAI’s board, and Apple will also forgo the opportunity to appoint an executive to a similar role due to increased regulatory scrutiny regarding the relationships between large tech companies and AI startups. This decision was revealed in a letter from Microsoft to OpenAI, initially reported by […]
Will AI replace Gareth Southgate as England’s next manager?
Millions of England fans most definitely have a view on the best starting XI for #Euros2024. So we thought we’d see what the likes of Google and ChatGPT thought about it. With football fever reaching peak levels in the Spike office, our Organic Search team has been looking at how the leading AI would select […]
Google releases new Gemma 2 AI model
Gemma 2, the latest iteration in the Gemma family of AI models, is now available for researchers and developers globally. Building on the success of its predecessors, Gemma 2 offers state-of-the-art performance and efficiency, accessible in both 9 billion (9B) and 27 billion (27B) parameter sizes. This new version outperforms models of similar sizes and […]
Threads & Meta join the Fediverse – what is it?
Meta has recently integrated its app, Threads, with the fediverse, marking a significant step towards open social networking. What is the Fediverse? The fediverse is a global network of interconnected but independent social media servers that allow seamless communication and interaction across various platforms. This network is built on the ActivityPub protocol, enabling users to […]
Meta release new series of AI research models
Meta’s Fundamental AI Research (FAIR) team has announced the public release of several advanced AI models aimed at accelerating innovation and collaboration in the AI community. Over the past decade, Meta has committed to advancing AI through open research, and this release continues that tradition, emphasising the importance of responsible AI development. One notable model, […]
Apple announces enhanced features for Autumn release
Apple has announced a series of exciting updates and new features for its services coming this autumn with the release of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, visionOS 2, and tvOS 18. These updates aim to enhance user experiences across a variety of Apple services, including Apple Maps, Apple Pay, Apple Music, Apple […]
TikTok announces AI Powered Ad platform – Symphony
At TikTok World 2024, TikTok introduced Symphony, a suite of AI-powered ad solutions designed to enhance creativity and productivity for businesses, creators, and agencies on the platform. Among the new tools unveiled are Symphony Digital Avatars, AI Dubbing for global translations, and Symphony Collective, which collectively aim to help brands produce content that resonates with […]