What really happened to newspaper revenue
June 2nd, 2021
Having worked in news publishing for more than two decades, I’ve seen firsthand the impact the internet has had on the way we create and consume news. As people spend more time online, journalists and newspaper publishers are increasingly turning to technology to find new ways to reach readers. From subscriptions to data analytics to…
Helping Mulberry bag more customers during COVID-19
June 2nd, 2021
Something struck solutions architect Neill Randall in the first week he joined the iconic British fashion brand Mulberry. The company had access to an impressive amount of data, but it wasn’t being fully exploited. Renowned for its leather craftsmanship, Mulberry’s made-to-last accessories are sold across 25 countries via 120 stores and its digital network. The…
How to help people navigate the internet, voice-first
June 1st, 2021
When it comes to navigating the internet, many of us still think of keyboards and touchscreens as the norm. Or at least we did until recently. Advances in technology — and the changing preferences of internet users around the world — mean that more and more people are now using their voices to access online…
Get discovered and build your brand on Google
May 27th, 2021
There are now over one billion shopping sessions happening across Google every day. More consumers are shopping online than ever before, and they’re meeting a brand-new generation of digital-first retailers, each with their own unique products, stories, and values to share. At Google, we’re working on more ways to bridge the connection between retailers and…
TAG Bulletin: Q2 2021
May 26th, 2021
This bulletin includes coordinated influence operation campaigns terminated on our platforms in Q2 2021. It was last updated on May 26, 2021. April We terminated 3 YouTube channels as part of our investigation into coordinated influence operations linked to El Salvador. This campaign uploaded content in Spanish focusing on a mayoral race in the Santa…
Google Career Certificates launch in the UK
May 25th, 2021
Today, we’re launching U.K.-wide Google Career Certificates in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). With people in the U.K. gaining the opportunity to explore new freedoms each week, we know that many people, through both necessity and personal drive, are looking for ways to grow skill sets to prepare for the jobs…
Plan and find your way in stations with new, accessible Maps tools
May 25th, 2021
Train stations are often busy, bustling places. Whether you’re reaching your final stop or catching a connection, finding your way through a complex or crowded station can be daunting. And for people traveling with wheelchairs, luggage, prams, or crutches, there are even more factors to juggle. In 2018, we brought wheelchair accessible routes to Sydney…
4 things to know about Google Photos’ storage policy change
May 24th, 2021
Six months ago, we announced a change to our High-quality storage policy that allows us to keep pace with the growing demand for storage and build Google Photos for the future. On Tuesday, June 1, we’ll start rolling out this change so that any new photos and videos you back up will count toward the…
Finding any Cartier watch in under 3 seconds
May 21st, 2021
Cartier is legendary in the world of luxury — a name that is synonymous with iconic jewelry and watches, timeless design, savoir-faire, and exceptional customer service. Maison Cartier’s collection dates back to the opening of Louis-François Cartier’s very first Paris workshop in 1847. And with over 174 years of history, Maison’s catalog is extensive, with…
New grants help Australian teachers build digital skills
May 21st, 2021
In a world where technology is evolving rapidly, it’s vital that Australian teachers have the knowledge and access to the resources they need in order to equip students for the future. For the past ten years, we’ve been contributing to these efforts through Google’s Educator Professional Development Grants program providing teachers with skills and tools…