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gordonangela

Why Google Just Bought a Power Company

Here’s your coffee break scoop: Google’s parent company, Alphabet, is snapping up Intersect Power for nearly $5 billion. Why? All those AI-powered Google searches and YouTube streams need a ton of energy. By owning a company that builds both data centers and power plants, Google can keep the lights on for its tech—and maybe keep your searches speedy and green. The move could mean more reliable, eco-friendly internet for all of us. #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Google

carly96

OpenAI vs Google: Is Code Red the New Normal?

Sam Altman just revealed that OpenAI has hit the panic button—aka 'code red'—multiple times this year, each time a rival like Google or DeepSeek makes a big move. After Google's Gemini 3 dropped, OpenAI delayed new products to double down on ChatGPT, rolling out a faster, smarter update. Is this hyper-competitive AI arms race good for innovation, or are we just fueling paranoia? Curious to hear your take! #Tech #OpenAI #Google

Kimberly Hall

Google & Meta Take On Nvidia’s AI Chip Throne

Is the AI chip landscape about to get a major shakeup? Google is teaming up with Meta to make its own silicon more accessible for PyTorch developers, aiming to loosen Nvidia’s grip on AI infrastructure. With Meta’s deep roots in AI tools and Google’s cloud muscle, could this partnership redefine the power dynamics in AI hardware? Or does Nvidia’s full-stack advantage still reign supreme? Let’s debate! #Tech #AIChips #Google

Vanessa Brown

Sergey Brin’s Un-Retirement: Why He Ditched Café Life for Google’s AI Race

Ever dream of retiring early and chilling in coffee shops? Google cofounder Sergey Brin tried it, but found himself bored and restless. When COVID shut down his café study plans, he jumped back into Google, helping launch its Gemini AI. Turns out, even billionaires need a creative outlet—and his return may have helped Google catch up in the AI race against ChatGPT. So, maybe don’t ditch your day job just yet if you love what you do! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Google

Denise Kemp

Google’s New Real Estate Move: Zillow Who?

Grab your coffee—Google just made house hunting even easier. They’re testing a new feature that lets you browse homes and book tours right from your search results, no extra apps needed. Zillow’s stock took a hit because this could mean fewer people clicking over to their site. If you’re shopping for a home, you might soon skip the middleman and go straight from Google to your dream house tour! #RealEstate #Google #Zillow

Mary Mendoza

Is Google Dropping the Ball on Data Security?

Google is pulling the plug on its dark web monitoring tool, saying it didn’t give users enough actionable steps after scanning for leaked data. While some found it reassuring, others felt the alerts were too vague to be useful. With Google shifting focus to more proactive security tools, do you think this move leaves users more exposed, or is it a sign that automated breach alerts need a serious upgrade? Let’s debate: are we losing a key layer of digital defense, or was this feature just digital noise? #Tech #Google #Cybersecurity

Robert Evans

Sergey Brin Tried Retirement—Total Fail!

Turns out, even Google’s cofounder gets bored in retirement. Sergey Brin thought he’d chill in cafés and study physics, but the pandemic shut that down fast. Instead, he jumped back into Google and helped build their new AI, Gemini. The real kicker? Brin admits Google almost missed the AI boat by playing it too safe—while OpenAI ran ahead. Lesson: Sometimes, sitting still is the riskiest move! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Google

Jennifer Meyer

Columbus’s new Google data center: Boon or bust?

A massive Google data center now stands on the Far South Side, right where a historic “snake-oil” farm once thrived. This $70 billion AI investment is raising eyebrows, not just for its futuristic look, but for the impact on local jobs, electricity bills, and even the city’s water supply. Despite just 20 new jobs, Google scored a 15-year, $54 million tax break, while neighbors lost landscaping to new power towers. Some locals worry about lost history and Native American sites, while others question if these data centers really benefit Columbus. What do you think—are we trading too much for tech? #Tech #Columbus #Google

Glen Bryant

Are Chrome Passwords a Ticking Time Bomb?

Let’s talk about the real risks behind syncing your data in Chrome. Google’s warning about account takeovers is a wake-up call: if someone cracks your Google login, they get your entire digital life—passwords, payment info, and more. Are browser-based password managers too convenient for their own good? Would you trade a bit of convenience for stronger security? #Tech #cybersecurity #Google