EU opens new front against Internet giants
The EU opened a new front Wednesday in its battle with Internet firms like Amazon and Google as part of a wide-ranging digital strategy aimed at making Europe more competitive with global rivals.
May 06, 2015, 22:51 PM IST
EU to probe Google, Amazon, Facebook in digital market overhaul
The European Union will announce a wide-ranging probe on Wednesday into how big technology companies such as Google, Amazon and Facebook use their market power as it considers whether to regulate them more tightly.
May 06, 2015, 00:04 AM IST
Microsoft blasts Android update approach by Google
Microsoft`s Windows chief, Terry Myerson has slammed Android updates saying that Google does not take responsibility to update customer devices, putting their business at the risk of being compromised.
May 05, 2015, 17:47 PM IST
'Microsoft to allow Android apps on Windows phones'
Microsoft Corp is set to allow apps from rival Google Inc`s Android system onto its own Windows phones later this year in an attempt to attract users to its unpopular mobile devices, two sources familiar with the matter said on Wednesday.
Apr 30, 2015, 00:14 AM IST
Google launches security feature for Chrome web browser
Google Inc on Wednesday announced a free extension for its Chrome web browser that better protects Google accounts, including email, against online attackers trying to steal passwords and other personal information.
Apr 29, 2015, 23:06 PM IST
EBay adds weight to Google's Brussels antitrust defence: Report
EBay Inc Chief Executive John Donahoe has added weight to Google Inc`s defence in an antitrust case, saying the two companies are direct competitors in online shopping, a newspaper reported.
Apr 28, 2015, 09:07 AM IST
Google sets up marketplace to buy patents
Google announced Monday it is setting up an online marketplace for those who want to sell patents to the Internet giant.
Apr 27, 2015, 23:27 PM IST
HC asks CCI to consider Google's plea afresh
The Delhi High Court Monday asked the Competition Commission of India (CCI) to consider afresh US-based Internet firm Google's plea against its order to probe into the allegation of abuse of its dominant position in the online search advertising space.
Apr 27, 2015, 23:24 PM IST
Google shares rise after online ad sales drive revenue higher
Google Inc reported higher quarterly revenue and profit as rising online ad volume offset a hit from the strong dollar, sending the Internet company`s shares higher in after-hours trading.
Apr 24, 2015, 06:13 AM IST
Google rolls out new US wireless service
Google Inc on Wednesday launched a new US wireless service that switches between Wi-Fi and cellular networks to curb data use and keep phone bills low.
Apr 23, 2015, 01:09 AM IST
Google Chrome 42: Now, get updates with the new ‘push notifications’
Internet giant Google Inc has launched an updated version of its browser Chrome known as the Chrome 42.
Apr 22, 2015, 23:55 PM IST
Utility vehicles top online search among used cars: Google
Online queries for used cars grew 30 percent in 2014 and has jumped 20 times in the last six years, with utility vehicles being the most sought after among used ones, technology giant Google said Tuesday.
Apr 21, 2015, 22:39 PM IST
Google lobbying spending reached new high in early 2015
Google Inc, already one of Washington`s biggest spenders, set a company record for its lobbying activity in the first quarter of 2015 when it spent $5.5 million, according to a government database.
Apr 21, 2015, 22:35 PM IST
Google intends to speed up web with QUIC Protocol
Google has revealed that about half of all requests from Chrome to Google's servers are now served over QUIC, a protocol that speeds up the web.
Apr 19, 2015, 18:27 PM IST
New Google security chief looks for balance with privacy
Austrian-born Gerhard Eschelbeck has ranged the British city of Oxford; cavorted at notorious Def Con hacker conclaves, wrangled a herd of startups, and camped out in Silicon Valley.
Apr 18, 2015, 07:42 AM IST
EU says eager to `finalize` probe into Google market abuse
The European Union said Thursday it filed formal charges in an anti-trust case against Google to speedily resolve allegations that the tech titan abuses its search engine`s market dominance.
Apr 16, 2015, 22:41 PM IST
Google Glass can help diagnose skin conditions
Physicians at a US hospital have used smart eyewear Google Glass to help off-site dermatologists diagnose skin conditions through videos.
Apr 16, 2015, 18:03 PM IST
Microsoft quietly content as EU moves on Google
Microsoft Corp emanated an air of quiet satisfaction on Wednesday as European antitrust regulators readied charges against rival Google Inc for abusing its monopoly power in the online search business.
Apr 16, 2015, 06:35 AM IST
Past EU probe market reactions suggest Google shares may struggle
The European Union on Wednesday launched an antitrust probe into Google Inc`s Android system, and if recent history is any indicator, shares of the Internet giant may have trouble moving forward until the issue is resolved.
Apr 16, 2015, 01:44 AM IST
EU says Google hurt consumers and competitors in Internet search case
The European Union accused Google Inc on Wednesday of cheating consumers and competitors by distorting Web search results to favour its own shopping service, after a five-year investigation that could change the rules for business online.
Apr 15, 2015, 22:22 PM IST
