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Why a 9% personal inflation rate could change your retirement corpus calculations
Equity can fall 30-40% in a bad year, so money needed in the next few years must never sit there. A conservative investor may hold less. Few can afford to hold none: avoiding equity swaps the risk of a temporary fall for the certainty of losing purchasing power.
Google acquires Wyoming data center site from AI infrastructure firm Crusoe
Google has acquired Crusoe's data center site in southeast Wyoming, the AI infrastructure developer said on Friday, a day after the Alphabet unit announced a $17-billion investment in the project.
Google executive Donald Harrison resigns from SpaceX board
Donald Harrison has resigned from SpaceX's board after more than ten years of service. He notified the company of his decision, which took effect immediately on November 4. Elon Musk commented that the resignation was due to conflicts of interest related to Alphabet, Google's parent company. Google remains a major institutional holder of SpaceX shares after slightly increasing its position this week.
Diwali 2026: Step-by-step prompt to enhance your Diwali pics to share on WhatsApp using ChatGPT and Gemini
This Diwali 2026, unleash your creativity with AI tools that effortlessly transform your photos into festive masterpieces. By uploading images, you can tailor outfits and settings specific to your style. Both ChatGPT and Google Gemini simplify the process, allowing detailed prompts to enhance image quality. Enjoy crafting stunning Diwali portraits without the hassle of hiring a professional photographer.
Tech layoffs were just the start: 1.6 million more US job cuts could push America toward recession
US technology layoffs have crossed 200,000 in 2026, with Google, Microsoft, Amazon and other major companies cutting jobs. But the bigger concern is whether the trend will spread to retail and financial services, where another 1.6 million job losses could push unemployment higher and raise fears of a US recession.
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Alphabet discloses $548 million worth of Qualcomm stake
Qualcomm earlier this week irked investors when it missed Wall Street expectations for quarterly smartphone chip sales due to weak demand, even though it forecast better-than-expected revenue for its nascent data-center segment.
Nvidia, AMD, Meta, other tech stocks nosedive as Democratic sweep prompts AI slowdown fears
Nvidia and AMD faced noticeable drops as Democratic wins sparked fears regarding possible restrictions on AI development. This ripple effect was felt across the Nasdaq and Dow Jones, both of which registered significant declines. Investors showed concern over delays in data center projects tied to promises from recently elected officials.
Google sued over suicide-related AI chats on school computer
The parents of a 13-year-old girl have sued Google claiming she planned a potential suicide and funeral using its AI technology on a school-issued computer. Developers of fast-evolving AI technology are facing a litany of similar lawsuits in the US. OpenAI faces several wrongful death suits, including from the parents of 16-year-old Adam Raine, a teenager who committed suicide allegedly using methods advised by ChatGPT. Google and the startup Character.
Google, Meta, TikTok sue to block California youth social media law
The law, known as Assembly Bill 1709, prohibits such platforms from offering underage children "psychologically exploitative features" that could lead to compulsive use, such as providing personal recommendations and sending videos through autoplay features. It also requires the deletion of children's accounts with those features.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL review: Google's most complete Pixel yet, but can it win over iPhone users?
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is Google's most complete flagship yet, with a premium design, excellent display, reliable battery life and improved cameras. While its Tensor G6 processor trails Apple's latest iPhone in raw performance, its smooth software, seven years of updates and better video recording make it a compelling Android alternative. Priced at ₹1,34,999, it is particularly appealing to iPhone users considering a switch.
After taking voluntary buyout offer in Google and returning laptop, she ran 7 miles home. Her 2027 prediction and unusual career journey is intriguing
Former Google employee Kristin Furdak Smart, after a fulfilling decade with the company, opted for a voluntary exit program. Joining in 2007 and returning in 2017, she played a key role in numerous employee training initiatives. Celebrating her departure with an energetic seven-mile run home, she whimsically hinted at a potential comeback in 2027, showcasing her playful spirit and dedication to an active lifestyle.
Google unveils $15 billion data centre investment in Malaysia
Google announced plans on Wednesday to invest $15 billion in Malaysia over the next two years to build data centres and other infrastructure as demand booms for artificial intelligence services. It said the $15 billion investment will be made "over the next two years (2027 to 2028)", expanding on a $2 billion investment announced in 2024.
Google turns off AI for schoolchildren by default
Google has said it will switch off its AI tools for schoolchildren by default, after drawing criticism for pushing artificial intelligence features to students while schools are still debating how the technology should be used in classrooms. The feature was switched on by default for students at schools that had already enabled Gemini.
Google voluntary buyouts: What's the exit package, which teams qualify and how many employees are eligible after Microsoft's similar offer?
Google Voluntary Exit Programme Details: Google has expanded its voluntary buyout programme to selected employees in five countries. The offer comes as Microsoft rolls out a similar voluntary exit scheme covering around 60,000 employees. Here's a look at Google's severance package, eligible teams and the number of employees who could opt for the offer.
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Our technical analysts identify select stocks every trading day that may gain momentum even in volatile markets. Here are the technical calls for today.
Google loses nearly half a trillion in market value: What went wrong with Alphabet?
Alphabet lost $482 billion in market value after its shares plunged nearly 13% following disappointing third-quarter results. Despite 103% growth in Google Cloud and more than 1 billion Gemini users, weaker search revenue and negative free cash flow raised fresh concerns about AI spending and Google’s advertising business.
Google hands schools the AI switch as learning concerns grow
Google plans to restrict access to its AI tools for K-12 students, pending administrator approval. This change follows feedback aimed at enhancing control over classroom AI usage. The company is also expanding its Guided Learning feature, which helps students solve problems systematically. Research shows mixed results regarding AI's impact on student performance and learning outcomes.
Google extends voluntary buyout offers to employees in several countries
The move comes amid mounting AI spending that has unnerved Wall Street and dented Alphabet's stock price. Microsoft last week offered voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees in an effort to contain costs. Alphabet's workforce has grown steadily in recent quarters, but it has sought to shift resources toward priority areas.
Jeevan Pramaan: How pensioners can submit life certificate from home with face authentication: Step-by-step guide using Jeevan Pramaan App
Pensioners can easily submit their Digital Life Certificate from the comfort of their home using the Jeevan Pramaan app. This innovative app employs Aadhaar-based face authentication through a smartphone camera. To aid the pensioners, a dedicated campaign is forthcoming to guide them through the submission process. Upon successful authentication, a Pramaan ID will be issued for future use, benefiting both central and state government retirees.
Google will cut off search access for students at schools that reject AI
The Mountain View, California, company has been facing pushback from educators, child development experts and parents over the use of its technology in schools, with the backlash heating up since it announced in August that it had turned on its Gemini chatbot for many K-12 students who use Google Classroom.
SC to decide forum for Google billing disputes
Questioning the app developers on whether their contracts with Google allowed them to opt out of its payment system and engage other payment service providers, a bench comprising Justices PS Narasimha and Alok Aradhe said that the commission, being a market regulator, ensured that goods and services were distributed effectively without exploitation. But for contracts where there was a promise and agreement in existence, its enforcement could be sought in a civil court only, it said.
Google Pay wants to help you pick your next outfit
Google Pay is testing a new fashion and lifestyle shopping feature in India, bringing personalised outfit recommendations, visual product search and virtual try-on to its payments app. The Discover section will allow users to explore clothing trends, find similar products by uploading photographs and get daily outfit suggestions. Powered by Google's Shopping Graph, which has over 60 billion product listings, the feature redirects users to merchants' websites to complete purchases.
Royal Enfield Continental GT 750 unveiled: What's new & how different is it from the popular GT 650?
Royal Enfield has unveiled the Continental GT 750 at EICMA 2026, featuring a new 743cc parallel-twin engine shared with the Himalayan 750. The cafe racer gets twin exhausts, dual front disc brakes, updated suspension and a new instrument cluster. The motorcycle is expected to launch in India in 2027.
Dreambeans now in India: What to know about Google’s personalised AI visual stories app
Google has launched its innovative Dreambeans app in India, aimed at transforming personal moments into captivating visual stories. By utilizing data from services like Gmail and Photos, the app crafts unique narratives that resonate with users' experiences. Privacy is prioritized, allowing users to curate what they share and disconnect services anytime.
Google AI avoids answering who won 2020 US presidential election, sparking debate: Here’s what we know
Google AI faced backlash for failing to accurately respond to queries about the 2020 US presidential election results. Users noticed discrepancies between responses for the 2020 and 2016 elections, which sparked concern. Critics suggested the issue implicates political intervention in AI output, while others attributed it to training errors. Google acknowledged the problem and indicated that it is working on solutions for the affected datasets.
Google shares crash 13% after $9 billion cash burn sparks AI spending fears
Alphabet shares crashed 13% as third-quarter earnings missed expectations due to heavy AI spending and slowing search ad growth. Net profit fell 25% to $26.17 billion despite a 25% revenue jump to $127.58 billion. Negative free cash flow of $9.1 billion and surging capital expenditure raised market concerns.
Why did Alphabet stock crash 10% as Microsoft shares rose nearly 4%? Google parent may face its worst post-earnings drop ever as search ads slow and cash flow turns negative
Alphabet (GOOGL) stock falls 10% after Q3 earnings: Alphabet, Google’s parent, saw its shares drop over 10% in US premarket trade on Thursday after weak September quarter results. Search ad revenue grew 12%, slower than 17% last quarter, and free cash flow turned negative at $9.07 billion. Microsoft shares rose nearly 4%. Morningstar raised its fair value estimate for Alphabet to $450 and calls the stock attractively priced.
Big Tech earnings: Microsoft, Google see cloud revenues surge
Microsoft's total revenues hit $92.3 billion against expectations of $90.6 billion, with profits of more than $36.6 billion versus the $35.1 billion analysts had forecast, according to FactSet.
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