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Google’s Quarterly Results Paint a Picture of an Internet Powerhouse Getting Stronger in AI Age

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google’s latest quarterly report provided further evidence that its internet empire is withstanding an artificial intelligence shakeup that’s turning into another potential boon for the company. The numbers released Wednesday marked Google's third consecutive quarter of digital ...

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Virtual reality opens doors for older people to build closer connections in real life

Within a matter of minutes, the headsets can transport them to Europe, immerse them in the ocean depths or send them soaring on breathtaking hang-gliding expeditions while they sit by each other.

Taliban internet and social media restrictions violate Afghan rights, U.N. experts say

U.N. experts say that Taliban restrictions on the internet and social media violate Afghan rights

The Taliban government in Afghanistan rejects reports of a nationwide internet ban

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Army tries to restore order in Nepal after protest violence intensifies

Massive Google Cloud outage disrupts popular internet services

Popular online services across the globe were disrupted Thursday due to ongoing issues at Google Cloud.
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A faulty undersea internet cable caused recent internet disruptions in Pakistan, official says

A faulty undersea internet cable caused slower internet connections for millions of Pakistanis in recent weeks, but the problem will be resolved by later this month, the country's top telecommunications official said Wednesday. Nearly half of the country's population has faced problems in using and accessing social media platforms, including the popular WhatsApp. Pakistan has 110 million internet users, and up to 40% slower internet speeds have affected nearly half the country’s 241 million population.
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Ticker: Google illegally maintains monopoly over internet search, judge rules

Ticker: Google illegally maintains monopoly over internet search, judge rules
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‘Soaring’ over hills or ‘playing’ with puppies, study finds seniors enjoy virtual reality

Seniors picked from seven-minute virtual experiences such as parachuting, riding in a tank, watching stage performances, playing with puppies and kittens or visiting places like Paris or Egypt.