Google has dropped more than 50 DEI-related organizations from one of its funding lists

The dropped groups had mission statements that included the words "diversity, "equity," "inclusion," or "race," "activism," and "women." 

Anthropic, Google, OpenAI and xAI granted up to $200 million for AI work from Defense Department

The DoD's Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office said the awards will help the agency accelerate its adoption of AI solutions.

OpenAI to release web browser in challenge to Google Chrome

OpenAI is close to releasing an AI-powered web browser that will challenge Alphabet's market-dominating Google Chrome, sources told Reuters.

Creators say they didn't know Google uses YouTube to train AI

Google is using its expansive library of YouTube videos to train its AI models, including Gemini and the Veo 3 video and audio generator, CNBC has learned.

AI research takes a backseat to profits as Silicon Valley prioritizes products over safety, experts say

Tech companies are focusing on AI products over research, say industry experts, who are sounding the alarm about safety.

Uber raises in-office requirement to 3 days, claws back remote workers

Uber is the latest tech company to inform employees previously-approved for remote work that they'll need to start coming into the office.

OpenAI closes $40 billion funding round, largest private tech deal on record

OpenAI on Monday announced the close of its $40 billion financing, the most money raised in a single round by a private tech company.

Google Calendar no longer includes start of Black History Month, Pride Month

Google Calendar has removed reference to observances such as the beginning of Black history Month on Feb. 1, and Women's History Month on March 1.

Gulf of America name change in the U.S. — what you’ll see in Maps

Google scraps diversity 'aspirations,' citing role as federal contractor

Google said it's been reevaluating diversity programs over the last year.