The uncertainty surrounding U.S. immigration policies has intensified fears among H-1B visa holders, particularly in the technology sector. As concerns grow over potential policy changes under Donald Trump’s administration, major tech companies, including Microsoft, Google, and Amazon, have issued warnings to their foreign employees, advising them to avoid international travel. H-1B visas play a crucial role in the U.S. economy, particularly in the tech industry, where they

Google is set to collaborate with Taiwan's MediaTek to develop the next generation of its Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), which are expected to launch next year. This strategic move signifies a shift in Google’s approach to AI chip development, although the tech giant will continue working with its current chip partner, Broadcom. According to a report by The Information, Google’s partnership with MediaTek is largely driven by cost efficiency and MediaTek’s stron

Google recently announced the launch of its latest AI models, Gemini Robotics and Gemini Robotics ER, designed to revolutionize the capabilities of robots by enabling them to function with human-like understanding and precision. Following the introduction of its first AI model, Gemini, in 2023, Google has continuously advanced its AI technology. The new models are aimed at transforming robots into intelligent and adaptable assistants capable of interacting with the physical world in meaningfu

Google co-founder Sergey Brin has advised employees working on the company’s Gemini AI models to follow a 60-hour workweek and attend office daily in a bid to boost productivity and accelerate artificial general intelligence (AGI) development. This move comes as competition in AI innovation intensifies, with industry giants racing to achieve AGI dominance.In an internal memo accessed by The New York Times, Brin outlined his vision for an optimal work schedule, stating that a 60-hour wor

Google has announced another round of job cuts, this time affecting employees in its People Operations (HR) and Cloud divisions. The move is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations, reallocate resources, and focus more heavily on artificial intelligence development. This restructuring follows Google's commitment to investing heavily in AI infrastructure while simultaneously seeking cost efficiencies across different business units.According to a report by CNBC, Google has laun

Google has introduced a memory feature for its Gemini Advanced AI, allowing it to remember and reference past conversations, significantly enhancing its functionality. This update enables users to experience more natural and contextually relevant interactions, as Gemini can now build on previous chats instead of treating each conversation as an entirely new exchange. The ability to retain information from earlier discussions makes Gemini smarter and more intuitive, providing users with a more

The highly anticipated Google I/O developer conference is just around the corner. Scheduled for May 20 to May 21, 2025, this two-day event will showcase Google’s newest technologies and innovations, particularly in the realm of AI. The event will be streamed online for global access, with keynotes and sessions available live.This year’s conference will kick off with a keynote from Google CEO Sundar Pichai at 10 AM PT (10.30 PM IST), followed by developer-focused sessions, workshop

Minister for Education Nara Lokesh has extended full cooperation from the state government to Google Cloud for their ambitious Data City project in Visakhapatnam. During a meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday, Google Cloud's Managing Director Bikram Singh, Country Director (Public Sector and EdTech) Asish, and their team discussed the project with Lokesh. The Minister assured them that the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board (APEDB) was actively working to clear all necessary approvals

Google is preparing for a critical 2025, with CEO Sundar Pichai stating that the company will focus heavily on artificial intelligence (AI) and scaling its Gemini chatbot to disrupt the market. During a strategy meeting on December 18, Pichai highlighted the stakes as being "high," calling 2025 a year of disruption. He stressed the need for the company to rapidly scale its AI products, particularly Gemini, to solve real user problems and compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT.

In a move to improve efficiency, Google has reduced its managerial staff by 10%, including roles at the manager, director, and vice president levels. This decision is part of a broader initiative to streamline the company and address increasing competition from AI-driven companies like OpenAI. CEO Sundar Pichai discussed these cuts during an all-hands meeting, stating that some employees would be reassigned to individual contributor roles, while others would face position eliminations.

Google Maps played an unexpected role in solving a year-long murder mystery in Spain. The investigation began in November 2023 after a man went missing in the northern region of Castile and Leon. Authorities arrested two suspects: a woman, the missing man’s partner, and her ex-partner. During their investigation, police raided homes and inspected vehicles but stumbled upon a key lead through "images in a location application." These images, taken from Google Maps'

Australia is introducing new rules to compel large tech companies, including Google, Meta, and TikTok, to pay local publishers for news content. These companies, whose annual Australian revenue exceeds $250 million, will need to negotiate commercial deals with media organizations or face increased taxes. This move builds on the world-first law passed in 2021, which forced tech giants like Meta and Google to pay for news content shared on their platforms. The new rules aim to pressur

The NDA-led government of Andhra Pradesh is making significant strides in inviting global investments to the state. A major milestone was reached today with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the government of Andhra Pradesh and Google, marking the beginning of a strong partnership. The MoU focuses on establishing an AI Data Center in Vizag, which will be operated by Google Cloud. This confirms Google's entry into Andhra Pradesh as part of its tech expans

The Telangana Government has secured a landmark partnership with Google to establish India’s first Google Safety Engineering Centre (GSEC) in Hyderabad, making the city the second location in the APAC region to host such a facility, after Tokyo. This state-of-the-art cybersecurity hub will focus on cutting-edge research and AI-driven security solutions, aimed at improving online safety and protecting India’s digital infrastructure. Google’s commitment includes fostering skil

In a historic and unprecedented move, Russia has imposed a staggering fine of $20 decillion—equivalent to a 2 followed by 34 zeros—against Google, specifically targeting its subsidiary YouTube. This astronomical penalty comes in response to YouTube's decision to block several Russian state-run media channels, including RT and Sputnik, following the onset of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The fine was issued after a Russian court determined that Google had violated

In a recent interview on Bloomberg's The David Rubenstein Show, Google CEO Sundar Pichai provided insight into the company's renowned free meal policy, clarifying that these meals are much more than just perks. According to Mr. Pichai, they play a crucial role in sparking creativity and innovation within the workplace. Reflecting on his early days at Google, Pichai recalled how informal meetings over meals often led to some of the company’s most brilliant idea