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 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 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 Ventures invests $10 million in Atlanta start-up, Ionic Security

Some say, "the South will rise again," well, could this be part of that trend? Although Silicon Valley is still where it's at for all things tech, Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) has recently taken part in a $10 million investment round for Atlanta-based start-up, Ionic Security. Google … [Read more...]

Google refinancing debt with $1B bond sale

Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) has debt, which will be maturing in about three months, so it decided to have its first debt offering in almost three years. Although Google has about $37 billion in cash, on hand, they wanted to take advantage of the current corporate interest rates before … [Read more...]

Google has a new competitor, Yandex launches firmware kit for Android

Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) may be the market leader when it comes to smartphone operating systems, but Russian tech company Yandex Inc. (NASDAQ:YNDX) is working to change that. Not satisfied with having a search engine, Yandex launched an extensive firmware kit for Android phones … [Read more...]

Google opens new 35,000 sq ft office to house recently acquired engineers

Google Inc., (NASDAQ:GOOG) has purchased a bevy of companies within the past several years. Some have been to utilize new technologies, others have been to indirectly hire some of the world's best and brightest engineers. You can't blame Google, they surely know how to attract and … [Read more...]

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Devices Stolen from Microsoft Office, iWatch Rumors and Google Glass

Stolen Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) products are in the news again, but this time it seems the culprit may have broken into a Microsoft office complex to get his prize. According to the Sun, (and yes, all reporting from the Sun should be taken with a huge grain of salt) the successful … [Read more...]

Surgeon Sues Google Inc. (GOOG) Over AutoComplete Defamation

An Australian cancer surgeon has sued Google Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG) for defamation, claiming the search engine’s autocomplete cost him clients. According to the lawsuit, when a Google user types “Guy Hin...” into a search, the words “Guy Hingston Bankrupt” appear. Although the associated … [Read more...]

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Does Google Want You to Sell Your Apple Shares?

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is there a Google conspiracy against AAPL? Update 1 Update 2 Update 3 I just came across something kind of funny that has to do with AAPL that I wanted to share. Before I post the link I want to say that I think this is a coincidence and there is no … [Read more...]