Ars Technica: “…With 82% of Google’s empire based on ad revenue, this latest development in Chrome shows that Google is not keen on any moves to threaten their main money maker. Google continues to argue that it is mandatory that it builds a user tracking and advertising system into Chrome, and the company says it… Continue Reading
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Google Search’s new highly cited label helps you get to the source of a story
The Verge: “Google is adding a new “highly cited” label to search results frequently sourced by other publications, the company is announcing today. Anything from local news stories, to interviews, announcements, and even press releases will be eligible for the new label being added to the search result’s preview image, so long as other websites… Continue Reading
Google Using New AI to Better Detect Searches Made by People During Personal Crises
CNET: “Google is using new artificial intelligence designed to understand the intent behind search inquiries, technology the search giant hopes will deliver more relevant results for people seeking help during personal crises. On Wednesday, Google said in a blog post it would begin implementing MUM, an AI model that more accurately detects “a wider range… Continue Reading
Explore MoMA’s Collection of Modern & Contemporary Art Every Time You Open a New Browser Tab
Open Culture: “There are browser extensions designed to increase your productivity every time you open a new tab. Others use positive affirmations, inspiring quotes, and nature photography to put your day on the right track. We hereby announce that we’re switching our settings and allegiance to New Tab with MoMA. After installing this extension, you’ll… Continue Reading
One stop shop for Covid Information
Axios: “President Biden on Wednesday announced the launch of COVID.gov, a website intended to be a “one-stop shop” for COVID resources, including vaccines, tests and masks. The website includes a tool to help people find locations where they can get tested and receive oral antiviral treatments if needed. “The bottom line, no longer will Americans… Continue Reading
The Check Up: helping people live healthier lives
Google Blog: “…Our teams apply their expertise and technological strengths and harness the power of partnerships to support our 3Cs – consumers, caregivers and communities around the world. Today, we’re hosting our second annual Google Health event, The Check Up. Teams from across the company — including Search, YouTube, Fitbit, Care Studio, Health AI, Cloud… Continue Reading
What Google Search Isn’t Showing You
The New Yorker: “…Google Search accounts for around eighty-five per cent of the global search-engine market. It has made up so much of our online experience for so long that it can be hard to envision anything different. The Google Search page today looks largely the same as it did when it first launched, in… Continue Reading
Google refine this search and broaden this search now live in search results
“Google Search has rolled out the “refine this search” and “broaden this search” in the U.S.-based English search results, a Google spokesperson confirmed with Search Engine Land today. These features were previewed last year at the Search On event last September. Google did say that while some are noticing the things to know/consider being tested,… Continue Reading
Bing’s ‘Russian invasion of Ukraine’ results show Opinions section and timelines
Search Engine Land: “The Opinions section contextualizes news-related listings for users, which may help reduce misinformation. Microsoft Bing’s search results for queries related to the conflict in Ukraine show an Opinions section and two timelines (one in the main column and another in the knowledge panel)…” Continue Reading
5 Fantastic Google Maps Features You Want To Know About
Dottotech: “Google Maps Tips and Tricks Google Maps does far more than just give us turn-by-turn directions. With Google Maps you can measure distance, measure area, look back in time with street view history. Google Maps integrates with Google Calendar and Gmail. You can share your location with family and friends using location services.” Continue Reading
Search the internet with Marginalia
“This is an independent DIY search engine that focuses on non-commercial content, and attempts to show you sites you perhaps weren’t aware of in favor of the sort of sites you probably already knew existed. The software for this search engine is all custom-built, and all crawling and indexing is done in-house. This search engine… Continue Reading
You Need to Be Using a VPN on Your Phone
CNET – “Here’s How to Set it Up in Under 10 Minutes Protecting your privacy on your phone with a VPN is essential, and it’s easier to set up than you may think…VPNs are easier to use on your phone than you may think, and most are less expensive than you might expect. Here’s how… Continue Reading
