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Big Tech breakups could be forced under bills unveiled in House
House lawmakers put forward a sweeping legislative package that could curb the market power of Big Tech companies and force them to sever their dominant platforms from their other lines of business.
Justice Dept. files landmark antitrust case against Google
WASHINGTON — The Justice Department on Tuesday sued Google for antitrust violations, alleging that it abused its dominance in online search and advertising to stifle competition and harm consumers. The […]
Google parent agrees to $310M misconduct lawsuit settlement
Google's parent company has reached a $310 million settlement in a shareholder lawsuit over its treatment of allegations of executives' sexual misconduct.
Google legal chief leaving amid sexual misconduct troubles
David Drummond, the legal chief of Google parent company Alphabet, is leaving at the end of the month following accusations of inappropriate relationships with employees. Alphabet did not give a […]
Tessco’s Ventev joins Google accessory certification program
Hunt Valley-based Tessco Technologies Inc.’s manufacturing brand, Ventev, joined the "made for Google" program for manufacturers that meet Google's compatibility standards.
Google ads: effective, a little frustrating, businesses say
NEW YORK — For many small business owners, Google is a necessary and successful way to advertise although it can also be expensive and frustrating. Jeff Moriarty sees both sides. […]
Hood College to teach 2 computer science courses made by Google
Hood College, a liberal arts college in Frederick, is working with Google to offer its students classes about the foundations of computer and data science, the college announced Thursday.
Buyers’ Guide: Choosing a smart speaker for your home
While Amazon pioneered the internet-connected speaker that responds to voice commands, it now has plenty of competition from other tech heavyweights.
Google’s firing of diversity critic fuels social-media backlash
Google triggered a social-media backlash with the firing of an employee who had blasted the company’s diversity policies, fueling tension over an issue roiling Silicon Valley. The dismissal of James […]
Google might have to search for a lawyer
Welcome to Monday, the 34th anniversary of Orioles great Brooks Robinson‘s Hall of Fame induction. Here are some news items to get your week started. — Privacy-rights group seeks federal […]
Google to ban payday lending ads, calling industry ‘harmful’
Internet giant Google said Wednesday it will ban all ads from payday lenders, calling the industry “deceptive” and “harmful.” Google’s decision could have as much or even more impact on […]
Tag Heuer, tech companies unveil $1,500 luxury smartwatch
NEW YORK — A leading Swiss watchmaker and two technology titans have combined forces to produce a computerized wristwatch billed as the “world’s smartest luxury watch.” Tag Heuer CEO Jean-Claude […]
