Google Summary

Google has agreed to a $700 million settlement in an antitrust lawsuit, a move that will allow millions of U.S. customers to qualify for refunds from the Play Store. Users can claim their refunds following the lawsuit's outcome, which addresses concerns regarding Google's business practices in the digital marketplace, according to various reports.

Meanwhile, in the realm of artificial intelligence, Google launched its Deep Research tool based on Gemini 3 Pro, allowing developers to embed it into their apps on the same day that OpenAI released its GPT-5.2 model, further intensifying competition in the AI sector.

In other news, Waymo's autonomous vehicles continue to face scrutiny as an incident in Los Angeles where a man jumped into the trunk of a driverless taxi raised safety concerns. Waymo is also conducting training exercises with Texas school buses after being flagged for passing school buses illegally multiple times this year, indicating a proactive approach to improving their operational safety.

Additionally, Epic Games' Fortnite has returned to the Google Play Store following a court ruling that partially reversed previous restrictions, highlighting ongoing legal dynamics between app developers and platform holders.

These developments showcase Google's multifaceted operations and challenges across various sectors, from legal battles to advancements in technology.