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Yes, OpenAI would like to buy Google's Chrome browser if given the chance
By Kevin Okemwa published
OpenAI’s ChatGPT chief Nick Turley indicated that integrating Chrome into ChatGPT would furnish users with a "really incredible experience.”

Google is hiring a Post-AGI researcher — A win in the AI race?
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Google is planning for a post-AGI future by hiring a research scientist who specializes in this field to better prepare for what's to come.

Google uses "aggressive" noncompete clauses to retain AI talent
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Google DeepMind leverages noncompete agreements to prevent its AI staff from defecting to rival AI firms for up to a year.

Google unveils Gemini 2.5 Pro, its smartest AI yet — here's how it compares to models from OpenAI and DeepSeek
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Google just unveiled Gemini 2.5, its most advanced AI model yet. The company claims Gemini 2.5 Pro outperforms OpenAI’s latest models in key benchmarks.

DOJ demands Google divest Chrome, states "Google’s conduct presents genuine danger to freedom"
By Sean Endicott published
Browsing The DOJ is pushing for Google to divest Chrome and Android, arguing the company’s search monopoly harms competition and limits consumer choice.

News roundup: Xbox handheld rumors, Windows 10 end-of-life, and AI comes to GroupMe
By Sean Endicott published
News A new Xbox gaming handheld is in the works, millions of Windows 10 PCs face an uncertain future, and Microsoft prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary.

AI search engines are quickly outpacing Google
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Richard Socher, CEO and founder of You.com claims Google's reign in search might soon end as users adopt and embrace AI-powered alternatives.

Gemini’s paywalled Deep Research AI might roll out for free
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Code strings in Gemini suggest Google's Deep Research tool is slated to ship for free users soon, but it may include critical limitations.
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