Google still dominates search with 67.5% market share

Despite the efforts of other companies, Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) still has a whopping lead in the search engine world with a 67.5% market share. This was the expected tally as of February. No one seems to have what it takes to upset Google in this space. Online research firm … [Read more...]

Google loses $85m to SimpleAir over patent infringement

Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) was ordered by a federal judge to pay SimpleAir $85 million in damages. The dispute was over patent infringement impeded through mobile device notifications. SimpleAir is a technology licensing company that owns intellectual property in wireless content … [Read more...]

Google mobile advertising prices have risen 23% in the U.S

Were you interested in using Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) mobile ads for marketing your business? You had better make that decision quickly because Google's mobile ad prices are on a steep incline. Furthermore, their prices are expected to continue rising. In the past, Google was … [Read more...]

Google improves game content for players and developers

This week, the Game Developers Conference kicks off at San Francisco's Moscone Center. While that is taking place, Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) has announced a bevy of positive changes it is making on games for players and developers. This is a move to address issues with varying items … [Read more...]

Google’s legal chief is appointed to board of Kohlberg Kravis Roberts

Kohlberg Kravis Roberts is an American global investment firm that focuses on leveraged buyouts and private equity. They are headquartered in New York. Well, recently it was announced that David C. Drummond, the chief legal officer of Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) and senior vice … [Read more...]

It looks like Google’s flame for the social media platform Wildfire has burnt out

In 2012, Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) purchased social media platform, Wildfire for $350 million. Google wanted a tasty slice of the Facebook advertising pie. Acquiring Wildfire gave them that piece because the company helps clients manage their Facebook pages. Wildfire helped give … [Read more...]

Google encrypts searches as part of a global strategy to stay ahead of hackers

If you have been worrying about your online privacy, then Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) may be taking your concerns to heart. It has been recently discovered that Google has been consistently encrypting Web searches taking place in China and throughout the globe. This might pose a problem … [Read more...]

Google considering brick and mortar storefront in New York SOHO district

It's been a while coming, but Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) is finally eyeing a physical location in New York's SOHO district to sell its wares. In a battle-to-the-end move against Apple, Google's purported digs are just around the corner from the Apple store. If Crain's New York is … [Read more...]

Google distributes huge executive bonuses

Life as a Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) executive isn't just good; it's great! Recently, Google revealed that it will pay its Finance Chief, Patrick Pichette a $3 million bonus. Additionally, it is paying its Chief Business Officer, Nikesh Arora, a $3.5 million bonus. These are both … [Read more...]

Google search makes calculated moves to stay relevant in the app world

Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) has a $50 billion search engine business that it wants to protect. Unfortunately, that is becoming increasingly difficult with the rise of mobile apps unless Google starts modifying some of its current methodologies. Well, Google is, in fact, doing just that … [Read more...]

Google and LG working on Nexus 6

Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) and LG are joining forces (once more) to design the next iteration of the Nexus smartphone. It will be called the Nexus 6, naturally. This future model might even have a curved screen. LG and Google have been working together for years. In fact, LG … [Read more...]

Apple Your Verse vs Google Search On: Who will come out on top

If Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) is still trying to come up with its "apple killer," it might have found it through advertising. As far as advertisement's go, they should be designed to create a sense of urgency around their service or product. Moreover, they should appeal to both the … [Read more...]

Google giving 40 companies $1M to increase the number of female entrepreneurs

Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) has a program called #40 Forward, which is part of its entrepreneurship arm. The aim is to give 40 companies a total of $1M to increase female participation in their programs by 25% over the next year. There is a salary gap between men and women. For example, … [Read more...]

Find your favorite restaurant specials in Google search

Every year and every several months, Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) tweaks its search results to benefit the user. This has tailored queries to provide results that are fresh and relevant, with quality content and even accompanying videos, images and local options. Now, Google wants to … [Read more...]

Google and Samsung double team Microsoft to prevent acquisition of Nokia

Recently, Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) and Samsung have expressed their apprehension, to China's Ministry of Commerce, about Microsoft's upcoming $7.5 billion acquisition of Nokia. Both companies conveyed their concerns stating that the purchase could give Microsoft excessive control … [Read more...]

Google introduces Google Maps Gallery displaying historical information

Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) is used by millions of individuals to help them with directions, in addition to viewing sites you wouldn't normally have the opportunity to see. Now, Google has partnered with governments and informative organizations to offer Google Maps … [Read more...]

Google lobbying against Google Glass restrictions

With the advent of Google Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOG) Google Glass; legislators in at least eight states are scrambling to regulate the use of the device. The belief is that Google Glass will affect drivers similarly to the way texting did, causing distractions and fatal car accidents. Of … [Read more...]

Google helps local news publishers with real-time bidding utilizing DoubleClick

Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) wants to give the smaller, local news publisher the opportunity to play with the big boys. Over the past 20 years, technology has taken a large bite out of the printed newspaper industries, journalism careers and even classified ads, which was once a trusted … [Read more...]

Google and LG join forces to create Android smartwatch

It appears that the smart watch is not going anywhere. If Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) has its way, and it probably will, there will be another iteration on the horizon in the near future. The news was shared at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona this past weekend. Currently, LG … [Read more...]

YouTube gets a full makeover which includes a new user interface

Google's YouTube will be debuting a new design and user interface throughout the week. The look is inspired by the "card-like" look Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) currently uses for its Internet and mobile applications. This means a more refined use of typography, intelligently placed … [Read more...]