Google reverses course on Chrome cookie phase-out

April 22, 2025, 2:21 pm

In an unexpected twist, Google has opted to keep third-party cookies alive in Chrome—effectively scrapping its planned phase-out. This U-turn, which ensures ongoing user tracking under the guise of improved ad targeting, has left market watchers bemused by the tech giant’s persistence in old habits.

arstechnica.com / Google won’t ditch third-party cookies in Chrome after all

theinformation.com / Cookies will keep tracking users on Chrome, Google says - The Information

reuters.com/business / Google opts out of standalone prompt for third-party cookies - Reuters

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Google Invests Big to Secure Samsung Default Status

April 22, 2025, 6:20 am

Google has reportedly spent enormous sums to ensure its Gemini AI becomes the default on Samsung devices. This high-stakes maneuver reveals just how deep the tech giant is willing to go to maintain its grip on mobile dominance, even as critics wonder if it’s worth the extravagant price tag.

androidheadlines.com / Google testifies that it pays Samsung to install Gemini

theverge.com / Google is paying Samsung an ‘enormous sum’ to preinstall Gemini

bgr.com / Google paid Samsung ‘enormous sums’ to put Gemini AI on the Galaxy S25

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