Google Rebuilds Search Around AI as Traditional Web Links Fade From Results
Google unveiled its biggest search transformation in 25 years, replacing traditional link-based results with AI-generated answers, interactive tools, and autonomous agents.
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Google unveiled its biggest search transformation in 25 years, replacing traditional link-based results with AI-generated answers, interactive tools, and autonomous agents.
Google and Blackstone launched a new U.S.-based AI infrastructure company built around Google’s TPU chips, aiming to compete with Nvidia and cloud computing firms like CoreWeave.
Meta is reportedly planning to cut 20% of its global workforce while reallocating 7,000 employees to artificial intelligence projects as part of a major restructuring effort.
Cisco plans to cut 4,000 jobs as part of an AI-driven business transformation after reporting stronger-than-expected earnings and raising its outlook.
SpaceX introduced the third generation of its Starship system featuring upgraded Raptor 3 engines and a redesigned launch architecture, while pre-IPO pricing on Hyperliquid fell 7%.
Google introduced Googlebook, a new AI-focused laptop category powered by Gemini and Android 17, featuring contextual AI controls and natural-language desktop tools.
Google is reportedly in talks with SpaceX about launching orbital data centers as tech companies explore new ways to expand AI computing infrastructure.
eBay rejected GameStop’s unsolicited $56 billion takeover proposal, sending GameStop shares lower as investors questioned the feasibility of the deal.
Cowboy Space raised $275 million to develop rockets designed for space-based AI data centers, targeting a rapidly emerging market for orbital computing infrastructure.
Akamai shares jumped 20% after the company reported strong quarterly earnings and announced a $1.8 billion AI infrastructure agreement.
Sony projected double-digit profit growth even as PlayStation 5 hardware sales slowed, supported by strong performance in image sensors and music.
Anthropic is reportedly preparing a $50 billion fundraising round at a $900 billion valuation, potentially surpassing OpenAI in private market value.