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February 8, 2019
In February 2019, Facebook acquired GrokStyle, an AI shopping startup specializing in visual search technology. This acquisition aimed to enhance Facebook's e-commerce capabilities by including GrokStyle's advanced image recognition tools, improving product discovery and shopping experiences for users across its platforms.
August 13, 2018
In August 2018, Facebook acquired Vidpresso's team, a startup specializing in interactive video technology. This acquisition aimed to enhance Facebook's live streaming capabilities by integrating Vidpresso's tools for creating interactive broadcasts, improving engagement and user interaction during live videos on the platform.
July 26, 2018
In July 2018, Facebook takeover Redkix, an email productivity startup to integrate Redkix's collaboration tools into Workplace by Facebook, enhancing team communication and productivity features. It enhances Facebook's range of workplace solutions, facilitating seamless collaboration among professionals globally.
January 23, 2018
In January 2018, Facebook bought Confirm.io, a startup specializing in ID verification technology. This helped Facebook to enhance its security measures by integrating advanced ID authentication, improving user trust and safety on the platform. It also strengthened Facebook's ability to verify identities accurately.
October 16, 2017
In October 2017, Facebook acquired tbh, a social media app focused on positive feedback and anonymous polling because they wanted to attract a younger audience and integrate tbh's encouraging and engaging features to enhance Facebook's overall user experience and appeal.
July 31, 2017
In July 2017, Facebook bought Ozlo, an AI startup specializing in understanding text-based conversations. This aimed to enhance Facebook's artificial intelligence capabilities, improving its virtual assistants and chatbots to offer more accurate and context-aware interactions for users.
March 19, 2016
In March 2016, Facebook acquired MSQRD, a video filter app known for its animated face filters. By this MSQRD's technology was merged into Facebook's platform, enhancing its video and photo capabilities to offer more engaging and interactive content for users.
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April 2
- Google is sunsetting Google+ due to consistently low user engagement.
- The decision follows significant data privacy issues discovered on the platform.
- Google is shifting its focus towards more successful and widely-used services.
January 21
In January 2019, Google was fined $57 million for violating the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The fine, imposed by French authorities, was due to Google's lack of transparency and inadequate information regarding user consent policies, highlighting the importance of stringent data protection practices.
August 10
In August 2015, Google announced its restructuring into Alphabet Inc., a new holding company. This restructuring aimed to streamline operations, allowing Google to focus on its core businesses while providing greater autonomy to its diverse subsidiaries, such as Waymo and Verily, fostering innovation and growth.
April 24
- In April 2012, Google launched Google Drive, a cloud storage service for file storage and sharing.
- Google Drive integrates with Google Docs, enabling seamless document, spreadsheet, and presentation collaboration.
- The service enhances productivity and accessibility, allowing access from any device.
June 28
Google+ was released in June 2011 as a social networking platform by Google. It aimed to compete with Facebook by offering features like Circles for organizing connections, Hangouts for video calls, and integration with other Google services, but it struggled with low user adoption and was eventually shut down in April 2019.
May 1
- Google achieved a record 1 billion unique site visitors in a single month.
- This milestone highlighted the widespread use and popularity of Google's search engine and services.
- The achievement underscored Google's dominance in the online search and digital services market.
February 23
Google Panda algorithm update, launched in February 2011, aimed to improve search engine results by disciplining low-quality content and promoting high-quality, relevant content. It focused on enhancing user experience by prioritizing authoritative and valuable content in search engine rankings.
