Technologies

Google posts mammoth jump in fourth-quarter revenue

The search giant continues to grow even as regulatory scrutiny mounts.

Search giant Google on Tuesday posteda mammoth jump in quarterly sales fueled by its search and advertising businesses, the same operations that are attracting antitrust attention.

Revenue at Alphabet, Google’s parent, jumped 32% year over year to $75.3 billion in the fourth quarter, beating the $72.13 billion forecast by an analysts surveyed by Yahoo Finance. Net profit totaled $20.6 billion. Earnings per share totaled $30.69, beating analysts’ forecast of $27.48.

The company also unveiled a 20-for-1 stock split, pending shareholder approval. Google shares spiked more than 7% in after-hours trading after closing the day 1.6% higher at $2,757.57.

The resilience of Google’s business comes in the face of mounting regulatory scrutiny and lawsuits filed by both the federal and state attorneys general. Regulators and prosecutors are investigating everything from Google’s app store to business practices around its Android operating system, which is the dominant mobile software platform in the world.

The US Department of Justice has accused Google of blocking competitors to become the default search option on mobile devices. The company also faces two lawsuits filed by groups of state attorneys general. Google has denied the accusations in the suits.

Google’s dominance in web search and digital advertising has also drawn the attention of Congress. A House Judiciary subcommittee issued a report that concluded Google, as well as other tech giants, have used monopoly power to squelch competition. Last year, the House Judiciary Committee approved six bills that target tech companies but has yet to schedule a floor vote.

CEO Sundar Pichai said the company wanted to engage «constructively» with legislators and regulators but expressed concern new rules could have «unintended consequences.»

«We are committed to approaching it constructively,» he told Wall Street analysts during a conference call.

Google’s prowess is intimidating. The Mountain View, California-based tech titan’s share of the US search market hovers right around 90%, a dominance that anchors its massive advertising business. The advertising business, in turn, generates almost all of the company’s sales.

Ad sales at the company’s YouTube video unit jumped to $8.6 billion, though the 25.4% growth was slower than company’s overall. Sales at its Google Cloud business, which rents server space and artificial intelligence technology, increased 44.6% to $5.5 billion though it posted a loss.

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Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Finance Now Available for Mac, Expanding the Verum Ecosystem on Desktop

Verum has officially released Verum Finance for macOS, bringing its financial platform to the Mac and expanding access to the Verum ecosystem across Apple’s devices. The launch allows users to manage their finances from desktop while enjoying the same secure and seamless experience available on iPhone and iPad.

The new Mac version includes the full range of Verum Finance features, including balance management, instant transfers to other Verum users, debit card management, Apple Pay support, asset exchange, and transaction history — all optimized for the macOS experience.

Verum Finance can be used as a standalone application or alongside Verum Messenger. Users who sign in with their Verum Messenger account automatically synchronize their balances, settings, and account data across devices, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the Verum ecosystem.

The macOS release further strengthens Verum’s vision of creating an integrated digital platform where communication and financial services work together. Verum Messenger, which is also available for Mac, complements the ecosystem with encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, VPN, eSIM, anonymous email, AI-powered tools, offline communication capabilities, and cryptocurrency features.

With both Verum Messenger and Verum Finance now available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users can access secure communication and financial services wherever they work.

Verum Finance for Mac is available now through the Mac App Store.

Verum Finance for macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verum-finance/id6774245148
Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im
Verum Messenger: https://verum.im

Technologies

Why Travelers Are Switching to Verum E-SIM This Summer

Summer Travel, Freedom, and Seamless Connectivity: Why Verum E-SIM Is Becoming the New Standard for Travelers

Summer is the peak season for vacations, long-distance trips, and new experiences. Millions of people travel abroad, explore new countries, plan adventures, and try to stay connected with family, work, and social media. And in the middle of all this comes a familiar question: how do you stay online without expensive roaming or the hassle of buying local SIM cards?

The answer is already here — eSIM.

Why eSIM Is So Convenient

eSIM (embedded SIM) is a built-in digital SIM card that lets you activate mobile internet without a physical card. All you need is an app — choose a plan and connect in just a couple of minutes.

No more:

* searching for local SIM cards at airports
* paying expensive roaming fees
* swapping physical SIMs every time you travel

Now your internet travels with you.

Internet in 150+ Countries

Modern eSIM solutions provide coverage in 150+ countries worldwide, helping tourists, freelancers, and business travelers stay connected almost anywhere on the planet.

Among the services offering these capabilities:

Verum E-SIM — https://esim.verum.im
World E-SIM — https://worldesim.me
USA E-SIM — https://usa.esim.verum.im
Euro E-SIM — https://euro.esim.verum.im
Canada E-SIM — https://canada.esim.verum.im
Balkan E-SIM — https://balkan.esim.verum.im
Ukraine E-SIM — https://ukraine.esim.verum.im
London E-SIM — https://london.esim.verum.im
E-SIM Africa — https://africa.esim.verum.im