Digital Intelligence

YouTube has launched an augmented reality letting viewers virtually try on makeup while following along with YouTube creators using front-facing smartphone cameras.

16/10/2019  |  Full story...

Google has released a huge database of deepfake videos, created using paid actors, designed to help systems detect fake videos that could be used to spread disinformation..

27/09/2019  |  Full story...

For the first time Google has surpassed Facebook in the total number of attributed installs, meaning Google Ads has powered more app installs over the 6 month period than Facebook Ads, according to new research.

26/09/2019  |  Full story...

Google has achieved a major breakthrough in computer power, building a machine capable of performing calculations in seconds that traditional computers would take 10,000 years to perform, according to a leaked paper.

25/09/2019  |  Full story...

Google will not have to adhere to a 'right to be forgotten' law outside Europe, according to a new ruling in court this week.

24/09/2019  |  Full story...

Google is launching its first ever B2B search campaign to remind businesses of the value of Search as an advertising platform.

03/09/2019  |  Full story...

Huawei’s next generation of smartphones will not be able to use Google apps and services under the current US trade ban, Google has said.

29/08/2019  |  Full story...

Google and Apple are suspending some of their voice data-review practices, after it was revealed that both firms allow humans to listen to private conversations on smart speakers and voice apps.

06/08/2019  |  Full story...

Google has debuted its new shopping platform in partnership with select retailers, offering personalised recommendations based on their browsing habits.

23/07/2019  |  Full story...

Google is investigating the source who leaked information about how it reviews and transcribes recordings from Google Home smart speakers and Google Assistant virtual assistant.

15/07/2019  |  Full story...

Google Assistant is the world’s top performing real time voice translator, ahead of Siri and Skype, according to new research.

12/07/2019  |  Full story...

Google is rolling out its Chrome ad filter to global markets on July 9th, a tool built in to the browser that automatically blocks ads that are not compliant with the Better Ads Standards initiative.

09/07/2019  |  Full story...

With Cannes Lions 2019 on the horizon, YouTube has released a special edition Cannes YouTube Ads Leaderboard marking the most popular global video ads since last year’s festival.

13/06/2019  |  Full story...

Google is set to revoke Huawei's access to its Android mobile operating system, dealing the Chinese company a major blow in accordance with US sanctions.

21/05/2019  |  Full story...

Google has teamed up with luxury fashion brand Stella McCartney and fashion innovation consultancy Current Global to develop a new supply chain tool.

20/05/2019  |  Full story...

Websites that rank higher on Google tend to load faster and provide a smoother user experience on mobile according to new research.

17/05/2019  |  Full story...

Google has launched a new tool to help retailers improve their customers’ online and omnichannel experiences called ‘Grow My Store’

15/05/2019  |  Full story...

Google's parent company, Alphabet missed revenue forecasts as it was impacted by a fine from the European Commission for blocking rival online search advertisers.

30/04/2019  |  Full story...

Google has launched a new solution designed to help retailers deliver personalised recommendations, unite online with offline shopping experiences and AI analytics.

15/04/2019  |  Full story...

Google is rolling out more ads to its popular Maps service opening up another major channel for location-based marketing.

11/04/2019  |  Full story...

The first major Google algorithm update of 2019 has caused major upheaval in the global search results. Searchmetrics has conducted an analysis of the types of sites that have been affected and why.

22/03/2019  |  Full story...

European Union regulators have fined Google with a €1.49bn fine for abusing its dominant role in online advertising via the AdSense platform.

21/03/2019  |  Full story...

Google has revealed its plans for a video game streaming platform called Stadia, offering games on demand streamed through the cloud and linking up players in Twitch-style viewing.

20/03/2019  |  Full story...

Amazon is still in the top position as the world’s most valuable brand following 25% growth to US$187.9 billion, with Apple and Google placed second and third, according to a new report.

24/01/2019  |  Full story...

Google has been served with a €50m (£44.1m) fine by the French data regulator for breaching the EU's rules on consumer data protection, representing the largest fine yet under GDPR.

22/01/2019  |  Full story...