Google to destroy massive data trove to settle "incognito" lawsuit
The settlement, valued at $5 billion, stems over allegations that Google collected data about people using its incognito mode.
The settlement, valued at $5 billion, stems over allegations that Google collected data about people using its incognito mode.
Wayfair is cutting 1,650 employees in the ailing online furniture seller's third round of layoffs in 18 months.
The news we followed, the people we wanted to know, the culture we consumed — all this and more comes to light in Google's "Year in Search" data.
To mark the search engine's 25th birthday, Google also released top search data "of all time" across various categories.
Starting Dec. 1, Google will delete accounts that haven't been used in two years, which could impact photos, emails and more.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro were very easy to pair with my Pixel 6 Pro, but the big advantages stop there.
Seven people were shot Saturday morning along the Caribbean Parade route in Dorchester.
Anyone who clicked on a Google search link between 2006 and 2013 could qualify for a payment due to a class-action lawsuit.
WBZ TV's Beth Germano reports.
Search giant Google has agreed to a $391.5 million settlement with 40 states to resolve an investigation into how the company tracked users' locations, state attorneys general announced Monday.
Have you seen those TV ads warning that Congress is poised to "break" the popular Amazon Prime two-day delivery service?
WBZ-TV's Jon Keller reports.
Once the expansion is complete in Kendall Square, Google will have amassed more than 1 million square feet of office space in Cambridge.
A demonstration by supporters of President Donald Trump to protest his ban from the Twitter social media platform outside the company's San Francisco headquarters appeared to be a bust Monday morning.
Dozens of states filed an antitrust lawsuit against Google, alleging that it exercises an illegal monopoly over the online search market.
Google, Gmail, YouTube and Google Drive were all down for about an hour Monday in a widespread outage affecting many at work and school.
A life-altering pandemic, a contentious presidential election, stunning sports news and tragic loss. Those topics were among the top trending searches in Massachusetts in 2020, according to Google.
Big corporations like Facebook, Amazon and Apple dominate our lives, but do they have our best intentions in mind? Sally Hubbard explains why monopolies are ruining our democracy and economy.
The winner receives a $30,000 scholarship and a $50,000 technology package for their school.
One of the world's largest tech companies is bracing for a long pandemic.
Among all the recent job loss, one field that's still growing is Information Technology. Google is offering training at a steep discount.
Google now says it is working with the government on the creation of a national website containing information about coronavirus.
Google users in the United States had a lot of questions about blood pressure, the keto diet and hiccups in 2019.
It's been quite a year for Antonio Brown.
People with Android phones in the United States will now be able to opt into the new texting service that Google calls Chat.
Professor Peter Gray believes increasing rates of teen suicide, anxiety and depression are linked less to screens, and more to limitations on children's freedom.
Karen, a "vibrant and beloved ostrich" at the Topeka Zoo, died after swallowing keys she nabbed from a staffer, the zoo announced on Facebook last week.
Auston Matthews scored on a breakaway to snap a third-period tie with eight minutes left, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 3-2 on Monday night to knot their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.
E-bikes are taking over the city of Boston, but how do you know if it's for you? A Somerville man will let you ride an e-bike for a week for free.
A Townsend woman was scammed into believing a famous actor was in love with her. Then the case took on a potentially more sinister turn.
Gov. Healey is knocking down a suggestion from her transportation secretary to consider tolls at the Massachusetts border.
E-bikes are taking over the city of Boston, but how do you know if it's for you? A Somerville man will let you ride an e-bike for a week for free.
Professor Peter Gray believes increasing rates of teen suicide, anxiety and depression are linked less to screens, and more to limitations on children's freedom.
Jury selection in the murder trial of Karen Read took place again Monday as the process nears completion.
Relatives were brought to their knees in the spot where Anthony Lopez was discovered Saturday night in Framingham's bustling Shoppers World plaza.
Members of Gen-Z believe they are aging faster than other generations, but is that true?
Scientists are making progress in using less toxic immunotherapy instead of traditional chemotherapy to fight cancer.
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
A new study finds that exercise may help reverse aging by reducing the buildup of fat.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
A Townsend woman was scammed into believing a famous actor was in love with her. Then the case took on a potentially more sinister turn.
State contracts obtained by the I-Team show taxpayers are paying tens of millions of dollars to hotels for rooms and food.
A fourth-grade teacher at an elementary school in Cambridge is facing child rape charges.
William Foley Jr., a five-time drunk driver who lost his license after a fatal crash in 2001, is back behind bars after an I-Team investigation.
The IRS Criminal Investigation unit helps go after violent criminals, including some right here in Boston.
Massachusetts State Sen. Peter Durant weighed in on budget concerns in Massachusetts.
According to ADL's annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents, Massachusetts had the fifth most incidents in the country last year, up a shocking 189 percent over 2022.
"It's the golden goose," said Rooney of Boston's commercial property taxes, which provides a large percentage of the city's annual revenue.
MBTA General Manager Phil Eng gets high marks for improving the T's management and culture, but there's a lot of red ink that needs to be dealt with, says WBZ-TV's Jon Keller.
As Beacon Hill struggles to deal with a surge of homeless migrants, Governor Maura Healey finds herself dealing with another surge -- of political outrage over reports of migrant crime.
April 20, 2024 is Record Store Day. See which record shops in Massachusetts are participating.
Boston Dynamics' latest robot is ready to "exceed human capabilities," the company says.
Rising costs are forcing small businesses located on Boston's Massachusetts Avenue to close.
Boston-based box wine brand Alileo teamed up with Caffe Nero to launch a coffee and wine experience in Massachusetts.
Today is Patriots' Day in Massachusetts. Here's what to know about the celebrations and what's open and closed for the holiday.
Founded out of love, Rustic Marlin is a home décor and lifestyle brand with a unique origin story in Massachusetts.
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
For over 85 years, Weston Theater Company has been creating engaging, entertaining, and inspiring theater.
Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
Auston Matthews scored on a breakaway to snap a third-period tie with eight minutes left, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 3-2 on Monday night to knot their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.
Eliot Wolf is the Patriots' main decision-maker at the moment, but team president Jonathan Kraft is also reportedly "heavily involved" in the team's pre-draft process.
Want to know if it's going to be Swayman or Ullmark in net for the Bruins on Monday night? Jim Montgomery doesn't have an answer for you, but the B's head coach had plenty of jokes.
Less than a week after setting a new personal best at the 128th Boston Marathon, former Bruins captain Zdeno Chara dominated the London Marathon.
While there wasn't much drama for most of Celtics-Heat Game 1, things got pretty heated with just over a minute left when Jayson Tatum was hip-checked by Miami's Caleb Martin.
The 2024 cicada broods will not be emerging in Massachusetts - but the buzzing bugs are set to appear here in 2025.
A pair of vultures thought to be "actively dying" actually had too much to drink, wildlife rescuers in Connecticut say.
A fluffy pile of golden retrievers took over the Boston Common in memory of Spencer the marathon dog.
The thick fog made for an eerie sight as the Mayflower II crossed the Cape Cod Canal.
A piece of decades-old military equipment washed up on a Cape Cod beach last week.