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Google's contemplated mega deal would prompt new fight with regulators

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google's contemplated mega deal would prompt new fight with regulators

Google's potential acquisition of marketing software company HubSpot could face opposition from regulators, despite experts agreeing that it would not impact competition in the customer relationship management (CRM) software sector. HubSpot, valued at $34 billion, currently holds a 4.9% market share in the CRM marketing software industry, while Salesforce and Adobe hold 15% each. Analysts believe the acquisition could benefit HubSpot by leveraging Google's resources and cloud-computing capabilities. However, experts anticipate challenges from U.S. and European antitrust regulators due to their apprehension towards large technology companies expanding through acquisitions. Google already faces antitrust challenges and would need to convince both regulators and HubSpot of the merits of the deal.

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Meta's Instagram and Facebook to offer subscription

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Meta's Instagram and Facebook to offer subscription

Social media giant Meta is reportedly considering charging European users around $14 per month for an ad-free subscription to Instagram and Facebook. Meta has shared this plan with privacy regulators in Ireland, digital competition regulators in Brussels, and EU privacy regulators. The proposed subscription would cost around 10 euros per month on desktop, with additional fees for extra accounts. On mobile, the price would increase to approximately 13 euros per month due to commissions charged by Apple's and Google's app stores. It is unclear if EU regulators will approve Meta's plan.

How startup Wiz went from zero to a possible $23 bn sale to Google in four years

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

How startup Wiz went from zero to a possible $23 bn sale to Google in four years

Google's parent company, Alphabet, is reportedly in talks to acquire Wiz, a cloud cybersecurity company, for $23 billion. If the deal goes through, it would be the largest exit for a tech startup since Rivian's $77 billion IPO. Wiz was founded by a group of former Israeli military officers who previously sold their cybersecurity company, Adallom, to Microsoft. The potential acquisition by Google would provide enhanced security features for its cloud service and potentially face scrutiny from antitrust regulators.

Google's Gemini may just be about to make Elon Musk and Sam Altman really jealous

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Google's Gemini may just be about to make Elon Musk and Sam Altman really jealous

Apple and Google are reportedly in negotiations to integrate Google's AI model, Gemini, into the iPhone. This move would provide new Gemini-powered features to iPhones, according to sources familiar with the talks. In addition to Google's AI, Apple has also considered using OpenAI's model and held discussions with the company. If the deal with Google goes through, it would give Gemini an advantage over its competitors, including OpenAI and xAI. The integration could also help Gemini recover from controversy it faced earlier this year, when it was criticized for generating inaccurate historical images of people of color.

Microsoft nears takeover of 'Call of Duty' maker Activision

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Microsoft nears takeover of 'Call of Duty' maker Activision

Microsoft is close to finalizing its $69 billion acquisition of video game company Activision Blizzard, after UK regulators dropped their objections. The acquisition would make Microsoft the world's third-largest gaming company by revenue. The original deal was blocked in April by the UK's Competition and Markets Authority over concerns about competition in the cloud gaming sector. However, Microsoft submitted a new bid that addressed these concerns. The deal is expected to close by October 18.

Google hopes to reach Gemini deal with Apple this year

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Google hopes to reach Gemini deal with Apple this year

Google is aiming to finalize a deal with Apple by mid-year to integrate its Gemini AI technology into new iPhones, as stated by CEO Sundar Pichai during an antitrust trial. This integration would mark a significant collaboration between the two tech giants. Pichai's testimony highlights Google's strategic efforts in expanding the reach and application of its advanced AI capabilities through partnerships with leading industry players like Apple.

Exclusive: Google parent Alphabet weighs offer for HubSpot, sources say

Reuters · 1y ago

Exclusive: Google parent Alphabet weighs offer for HubSpot, sources say

Google parent company Alphabet is reportedly considering making an offer to acquire online marketing software company HubSpot. The potential deal, which would be a rare example of a major technology company attempting a mega deal, comes as Alphabet looks to deploy some of its $110.9 billion cash pile. Advisors for Alphabet have been discussing the offer and potential regulatory implications. However, no offer has been submitted yet, and there is no certainty that a deal will materialize. HubSpot, which provides marketing software to companies, generated $2.2 billion in revenue in 2023.

At $2.5 billion, this is TCS’s biggest deal ever

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

At $2.5 billion, this is TCS’s biggest deal ever

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has confirmed a 15-year outsourcing deal with Aviva for at least $2.5 billion, making it the company's largest outsourcing deal to date. The agreement involves TCS overseeing the administration responsibility for 5.5 million life and pension policies offered by Aviva until 2039. This marks the third mega deal won by TCS under CEO K. Krithivasan. Mega deals have become crucial for TCS's growth, as they can provide 2-3% revenue contribution to large IT firms like TCS, Infosys, and HCL Technologies.

New hack uses prompt injection to corrupt Gemini’s long-term memory

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 5m ago

New hack uses prompt injection to corrupt Gemini’s long-term memory

A new hack demonstrated by researcher Johann Rehberger uses prompt injection to corrupt the long-term memory of Google's chatbot, Gemini. This attack involves embedding malicious instructions in documents, which, when summarized by the chatbot, conditionally implant false information as long-term memory if users trigger specific words. Despite Google's assessment of low risk, Rehberger warns it poses potential for misinformation, though the attack can be detected as users are notified of unauthorized memory additions.

Apple barred from Google antitrust trial, putting $20 billion search deal on the line

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 4m ago

Apple barred from Google antitrust trial, putting $20 billion search deal on the line

Apple has been excluded from Google's antitrust trial, endangering their $20 billion search deal. The DC Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Apple was too slow in participating. Apple is aligned with Google due to yearly payments for being the default search on Safari. A court decision against this deal could leave Apple searching for a new partner. Google's dominance in search limits alternatives, with Bing being the most viable option.

Google parent Alphabet weighs offer for HubSpot

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google parent Alphabet weighs offer for HubSpot

Google's parent company, Alphabet, is reportedly considering making an offer for HubSpot, an online marketing software company valued at $32 billion. This move would be significant as major technology companies face increased regulatory scrutiny under US President Joe Biden's administration. The deal would also allow Alphabet to utilize its cash reserves of $110.9 billion. While meetings have been held with investment bankers, no offer has been submitted yet, and it remains uncertain if the deal will proceed. HubSpot provides marketing software for companies with up to 2,000 employees and saw a revenue of $2.2 billion in 2023.

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