Tag: CNBC
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Google Donates $1 Million to Trump’s Inauguration Fund, Joining Other Tech Giants
Google has donated $1 million to Donald Trump’s inauguration fund, joining other tech companies like OpenAI and Meta. This contribution illustrates an effort to build goodwill with the new administration, amid ongoing tensions regarding antitrust issues. Tech leaders are adapting their strategies to improve their rapport with the incoming president, navigating a complex political landscape.…
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Google’s Willow Chip: A Promising Milestone in Quantum Computing Yet Lacking Practical Applications
Google recently announced the Willow chip, heralded as a significant breakthrough in quantum computing technology. Despite its capabilities, experts caution that quantum computing lacks practical applications currently. Industry figures emphasize the necessity for further advancements to bridge the gap between theoretical accomplishments and real-world usability. Google has introduced a revolutionary chip named Willow, which it…
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Jim Cramer Raises Concerns Over Gail Slater’s Antitrust Appointment Affecting Google
Jim Cramer expressed concerns about Gail Slater’s potential role as Assistant Attorney General for Antitrust, emphasizing her lack of support for major tech companies like Google. The U.S. Department of Justice’s recent actions against Google signal a tougher regulatory environment under the incoming Trump administration, with significant implications for big tech firms. On Wednesday, Jim…
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Ecosia and Qwant Unite to Create European Search Infrastructure Against Big Tech
Ecosia and Qwant have partnered to develop the European Search Perspective (EUSP), a new search engine index set to launch in France in 2025. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on U.S. tech firms and enhance search results focused on privacy and sustainability, leveraging European technological capabilities in response to rising costs from Microsoft. Ecosia…