Google Releases Beta of Real-Time Headphone Translation

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2025

Technology

Google has rolled out a beta version of a real-time headphone translation feature, marking a step forward in its efforts to make multilingual communication more seamless. The feature is designed to allow users wearing supported headphones to hear spoken language translated into their preferred

Technology

Google Expands Gemini Deep Research Access

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

Google has enhanced its Gemini Deep Research tool by opening it up to developers through a newly launched Interactions API. The move allows developers to integrate Gemini’s advanced research capabilities directly into their applications, expanding the reach of Google’s AI-powered research assistant beyond its own platforms. What Gemini Deep Research Does Gemini Deep

AI & Robotics Technology

Google Launches AI Plus Plan In India

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

Google has introduced a new subscription service called Google AI Plus in India, offering users access to its latest AI tools at a monthly price. The plan has been launched at ₹399 per month, with an introductory offer of ₹199 per month for the first six months. Features And Tools Available The subscription gives customers […]

Business

Google Eyes $15B AI Hub In Vizag After Lokesh Visit

By BPN News Desk December 10, 2025

Google is moving ahead with plans to set up a major AI-focused data centre in Visakhapatnam after a review meeting between Andhra Pradesh IT and Industries Minister Nara Lokesh and Google CEO Sundar Pichai in California. The meeting discussed timelines, infrastructure requirements, and the scale of the upcoming investment. Project Scale And Timelines The proposed […]

Technology

Google Update Lets Employers Archive Work-Phone Messages

By BPN News Desk December 3, 2025

Google’s latest update for Android work-managed devices will allow employers to archive SMS and RCS text messages sent or received on company-issued phones. The change applies only to devices controlled through enterprise mobility management tools, raising fresh concerns about digital privacy in the workplace. How the Feature Works Under the update, organisations can

Technology

Google Plans $10 B Data Hub in Visakhapatnam

By BPN News Desk October 8, 2025

Google is reportedly preparing to invest USD 10 billion in India to develop a 1 gigawatt data centre cluster in Visakhapatnam, marking one of its largest proposed commitments in the country. The project would establish three campuses in villages near the city — Adavivaram, Tarluvada (Visakhapatnam district), and Rambilli (in Anakapalli district). Project Scope and […]

Business

Google Lays Off 200+ Contractors behind Gemini AI

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Google has terminated more than 200 contractors who worked on its Gemini chatbot and AI Overviews feature. The trimmed workforce were employees of outsourcing firm GlobalLogic and its subcontractors—not directly on Google’s payroll. Roles & Cost The laid-off contractors were part of a group known as “super raters.” Many had advanced degrees and were responsible […]

Business

EU Fines Google €2.95B Over Adtech Practices

By BPN News Desk September 6, 2025

The European Union has fined Google €2.95 billion (about $3.5 billion) for abusing its dominance in the digital advertising technology sector. This is the fourth major antitrust action taken by the EU against the tech giant. Self-Preferencing Allegations Investigators concluded that Google unfairly favored its own advertising services, including AdX and DFP, while

Business

Google Pledges $1 Billion to Support AI Training in U.S. Colleges

By BPN News Desk August 7, 2025

Google has announced a major investment of $1 billion over the next three years to support artificial intelligence (AI) training and education in the United States. The initiative will benefit more than 100 colleges, universities, and nonprofit institutions across the country, with plans to eventually include all accredited nonprofit U.S. colleges. The program aims to […]