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23 Nov

Google Cracks Down on “Dirty SEO”

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The search giant is targeting links that exploit website reputations to drive traffic, often referred to as "parasitic SEO." After numerous complaints from owners of large websites, Google announced in a blog post on November 19 that the company is updating its policies regarding search algorithm manipulation. Google changes search engine policies. Photo: Bloomberg. Parasitic SEO, or the abuse of a well-known website's reputation, involves attaching a high-ranking domain to a smaller website to increase organic traffic. The primary goal of this tactic is to cut advertising costs or steal customers from competing brands. “We are addressing user feedback about…

31 Oct

A Russian court has fined Google $20 decillion

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Russian Court Orders Google to Pay Russian TV Stations a Fine of 20 Decillion USD, Equivalent to 33 Zeros Following the Number With the application of compound interest, a Russian court has ruled that Google must pay a fine amounting to 20 million trillion trillion USD. Photo: NurPhoto. According to Euronews, a Russian court recently issued a ruling requiring Google to pay Russian TV stations a fine of 20 decillion USD, or 20 million trillion trillion USD. Written out, this would be the number 20 followed by 33 zeros. For comparison, the World Bank estimates the current global GDP at…

15 Sep

Google tests sub-$1 storage plan in India

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Google has recently started testing a new sub-$1 storage plan in India, targeting the country’s growing digital population. This strategic move by the tech giant is poised to democratize access to cloud storage, making it more affordable for millions of users. With India’s vast internet user base and an increasing dependency on digital storage, this new plan could potentially reshape the way users in the country manage their data. Google One. Photo: Shutterstock. The sub-$1 storage plan is a part of Google’s broader initiative to cater to emerging markets, where affordability and accessibility are key factors in tech adoption. For…

12 Aug

Google DeepMind’s AI Robot Plays Amateur Table Tennis

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Google's AI division, DeepMind, has achieved another milestone in robotics. The company has developed a robot capable of playing table tennis at an "amateur human level." This feat is a significant step forward in AI and robotics, demonstrating the potential for machines to master complex physical tasks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqQl-JQxToE The robot uses advanced AI algorithms to process visual information from high-speed cameras, predict the ball's trajectory, and execute precise movements with its robotic arm. While it excelled against beginner and intermediate human players, it still faced challenges against more skilled opponents, highlighting the complexities of real-world environments. This achievement is…

10 Aug

Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki passes away

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The tech world mourns the loss of Susan Wojcicki, the former CEO of YouTube and a foundational figure in the rise of Google. Wojcicki passed away at the age of 56 after a two-year battle with non-small cell lung cancer. Former YouTube CEO dies of lung cancer. Photo: YouTube. More than just a tech executive, Wojcicki was a visionary who played an instrumental role in shaping the internet as we know it today. As one of Google's earliest employees, she was present at the company's inception and was instrumental in the acquisition of YouTube in 2006. Under her leadership, YouTube…

20 Jun

DeepMind’s V2A: Breathing Life into Silent Videos with AI-Generated Sound

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Imagine watching a historical film clip come alive with the sounds of a bustling marketplace or a silent movie character's voice finally being heard. This futuristic scenario is inching closer to reality thanks to Google DeepMind's innovative V2A (Video-to-Audio) technology. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdN4TprpVRU Google DeepMind Introducing V2A. Source: AI Revolition Channel. V2A tackles the challenge of generating synchronized audio that seamlessly complements silent videos. This technology has the potential to revolutionize various aspects of video creation. From filmmakers seeking to enhance silent films or historical footage to video game developers aiming to create more immersive experiences, V2A offers a powerful tool for…

30 May

Google Makes a Big Bet on Malaysia: $2 Billion Investment to Fuel Cloud Growth

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Tech giant Google has set its sights on Malaysia's digital future with a hefty investment of $2 billion USD. This significant commitment will see Google develop its first data center and a Google Cloud hub in the Southeast Asian nation. The move signifies Google's confidence in Malaysia's potential as a regional tech hub and its ambition to expand its cloud computing services in the market. Google said it will invest 2 billion USD in Malaysia to develop data centers and cloud services. Photo: Shutterstock The new data center and cloud hub are expected to bring several benefits to Malaysia. Firstly,…