Public Policy

Reaffirming our commitment to child safety in the face of European Union inaction

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Today, because of the expiry of the ePrivacy derogation enabling the use of technology to detect child sexual abuse material (CSAM), Europe risks leaving children across…

Evolving expectations of what’s possible

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Kent Walker shares Google’s perspective on the future of privacy at IAPP Global Summit 2026.

EU lawmakers must act now to ensure the continued protection of children

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:30:00 +0000

As technology companies, we are deeply concerned about the breakdown in EU negotiations to secure the continued protection of minors against child sexual abuse. Allowing…

Google has signed the Industry Accord Against Online Scams and Fraud.

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000

A look at Google’s support for the Industry Accord Against Online Scams and Fraud and its ongoing work to fight scammers.

Supporting the White House Ratepayer Protection Pledge: Google’s approach for responsible energy growth

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:25:00 +0000

Google signs the White House Ratepayer Protection Pledge and shares details about protecting ratepayers, the electric grid and creating jobs.

Our statement on the Gavalas lawsuit

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:30:00 +0000

We design Gemini’s safeguards in consultation with medical professionals and mental-health professionals.

Google and the Massachusetts AI Hub are launching a new AI training initiative for the Commonwealth.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:55:00 +0000

Google is partnering with the Massachusetts AI Hub to provide every Baystater with no-cost access to Google’s AI training.

Celebrating 250 years of America, from its history to its future

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Google and YouTube are celebrating America's 250th anniversary.

Resilience in the AI era: Google at MSC 2026

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:10:00 +0000

At MSC 2026, Google’s Kent Walker urged a full-stack, AI-driven approach to security to counter sophisticated, enterprise-scale threats.

The quantum era is coming. Are we ready to secure it?

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 22:15:00 +0000

Google shares an update on its work and suggestions for how policymakers can help everyone be more secure in the Quantum Era.

Why we’re appealing the DOJ Search distribution case

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Today we filed our notice to appeal the DOJ Search decision, and asked the Court to pause some of the remedies while that appeal is heard.As we have long said, the Court…

Google Search is celebrating 250 years of America.

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:30:00 +0000

2026 marks the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. To help kick things off, we’re launching a fun surprise in Search.Starting today, you’ll see a special animat…

Court testimony highlights the risk and disruption of the DOJ's ad tech proposals

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:50:00 +0000

Testimony shows how DOJ’s proposal to break up Ad Manager is unworkable and would create uncertainty and disruption for businesses.

Investing in America 2025

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Google’s deep investments in American technical infrastructure, R&D and the workforce will help the U.S. continue to lead the world in AI.

Our proposal in response to the European Commission's decision about our ad tech business fully addresses concerns and minimizes disruption for businesses.

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000

As we’ve said before, we disagree with the European Commission’s ad tech decision and will appeal. It doesn't reflect today's highly competitive and rapidly evolving ad …

A dual strategy: legal action and new legislation to fight scammers

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000

An overview of how Google is taking legal action, supporting strong bipartisan legislation and releasing new features to fight scammers.

Google is investing in Oklahoma’s workforce and talent pipeline.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000

AI is creating new opportunities for Oklahomans to learn, grow and succeed. Google is committed to making sure the Sooner State is not just ready for this transformation…

AI Works for Governments: A new AI Sprinters report

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Google & PwC's AI Works for Governments report outlines steps for public sector AI adoption in emerging economies.

From ambition to action: seizing Europe's AI opportunity

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000

A transcript of Kent Walker’s remarks as written to Politico’s Competitive Europe Summit.

Meet 25 startups using AI to improve public services

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Google announces its first cohort of 25 startups using AI to improve public services.