Google Docs can now make sure Gemini takes its cues from your sources

For reference, users previously had the option to ground Gemini in specific sources, though that required sending said ...

Google Stock vs. Big Tech: Who Is Winning?

Following this substantial rally, it is crucial to reassess Google’s position relative to its key competitors.
Technical

Does using ChatGPT really take 10x more energy than Googling?

Data centers — you can either be for them, linking the term with economic development and AI innovation, or against them, wary of environmental consequences and AI’s reach. Or maybe you’re somewhere ...
Reuters

Google says 'likely over 100' affected by Oracle-linked hacking campaign

WASHINGTON, Oct 9 (Reuters) - Google said on Thursday that there were likely to be more than 100 companies affected by an ambitious hacking campaign that targeted Oracle's (ORCL.N), opens new tab ...
MarketWatch

I dumped my boyfriend because he earned $40K less than me. Am I a jerk for wanting my next partner to make more money?

Is it awful to want a partner who is equally or more successful than you? I recently broke up with my boyfriend, who made $40,000 less than me. I earn $110,000. He is 36 and I am 30. I’ve never been a ...
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette

Google investment to equal $4 billion for West Memphis data center

WEST MEMPHIS -- Google on Thursday put a $4 billion price tag on its investment in a data center in the city and announced a collaboration with Entergy Arkansas to power the project. The money will ...
Android

Google is less about informational accuracy these days, and more about 'free expression'

Google and YouTube’s evolving philosophy highlights a tension between free speech and factual accuracy, with reinstatement opportunities for banned accounts raising questions about how misinformation ...
The Verge

Gemini now explains why your Sheets formula failed

Gemini in Sheets can also provide step-by-step instructions on how to calculate, for example, the distance that your wedding guests have to travel. Gemini in Sheets can also provide step-by-step ...
USA Today

Google Nest Smart Thermostat now under $100 for Amazon Labor Day Sale

The Google Nest Smart Thermostat is on sale on Amazon for less than $100 this Labor Day. The thermostat comes in four colors and can save energy by adjusting itself based on your presence. Amazon's ...
Benzinga.com

Google's Gmail Faces Scrutiny As FTC Alleges Republican Emails Are Sent To Spam More Often Than Democrats' Messages

On Thursday, FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson sent a letter to Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, alleging that Gmail's spam filters routinely block messages from Republican senders but fail to block similar ...
CNET

ChatGPT vs. Google Gemini: Which Chatbot Wins?

The AI era has been dominated by ChatGPT. It seems, however, that Google's Gemini has finally found its footing. Imad is a senior reporter covering Google and internet culture. Hailing from Texas, ...