Ed Miliband addresses Google executives today

Google is betraying its founding principles by going to extraordinary lengths to avoid paying taxes in Britain, Ed Miliband will tell the company’s chairman today.

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Google co-founder Sergey Brin feels 'emasculated' by smartphones

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The Business Matrix: Monday 25 February 2013

ITV watches ad spending rise

Google hopes for reinforcements in social network battle

Google is promising businesses greater returns on advertising if they sign up to its social network, in a fresh bid to take on rivals Facebook and Twitter.

Facebook and Google join forces to launch new £10m 'Nobel prize' for science

The world's two leading internet giants have set aside their rivalries and joined forces to set up the most lucrative science prize in history.

Google glass video shows tech specs in action

You've probably heard that Google are soon to release their own glasses. These specs aren't for that ancient business of correcting vision, though; they wrap a wearable computer around users' heads, offering the chance to text, phone and film on the go. This morning, to a rapturous response, the first video with detail of how they work has been released. Take a look and let us know if you're sold...

Russell Lynch: Google is set to speed up on share price gains

Outlook It's been a long time coming, but internet giant Google's share price finally topped $800 more than five years and one financial crisis after it reached the $700 mark. The shares are still worth a buy.

Now you can check the stadium of Indiana Colts NFL team on your smartphone with Google Street View

Google Street View moves indoors

If you’re a fan of the Indiana Colts NFL team you can now check out their stadium on your smartphone thanks to Google Street View.

The Internship - canny timing, given what's been in the news lately

Hollywood: 'The Internship' - work experience the movie

Well it’s certainly good news for Google.

Google to pay Apple $1bn next year to be default search engine on iOS

Technology website Tech Crunch is reporting that Google will pay Apple at least $1bn (£629m) next year to be the default iOS search engine.

Jack Wilshere training for England

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Wilshere has been impressive since returning from a long injury lay-off

The problem with online pornography

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Google's glasses make sound through skull vibrations

Google Glass could hit the shops in 2014

Part of Google's panorama of the Colorado River

Ever wanted to see the Grand Canyon? No need for a flight, thanks to Google

Tech giant Google has launched a new service offering panoramic views of the most beautiful spots in the Grand Canyon.

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