Google Layoffs: Search giant announces job cuts in mapping division Waze
1 year, 8 months ago

Google Layoffs: Search giant announces job cuts in mapping division Waze

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Google, owned by Alphabet, has announced job cuts at its mapping app, Waze, as it merges the app’s advertising system with Google Ads technology. “In order to create a better, more seamless long-term experience for Waze advertisers, we’ve begun transitioning Waze’s existing advertising system to Google Ads technology. As part of this update, we’ve reduced those roles focused on Waze Ads monetization,” Google, which acquired Waze for about $1.3 billion in 2013, said, according to Reuters. Google acquired Waze for $1.3 billion in 2013 and recently merged the Waze and Google Maps teams to streamline operations within the Google Geo division, which includes mapping products like Google Maps and Google Earth.

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Google Planning To Reorganise Ad Sales Department, No Word Of Layoffs Yet: Report
1 year, 3 months ago

Google Planning To Reorganise Ad Sales Department, No Word Of Layoffs Yet: Report

ABP News  

Google, owned by Alphabet, has unveiled its intentions to reorganise a significant segment of its 30,000-strong ad sales unit, as reported by The Information on Tuesday, citing an informed source. Sean Downey, the executive overseeing ad sales to major clients in the Americas, addressed a department-wide meeting last week, outlining Google's plan to restructure its ad sales teams. While specifics …

Google Undergoes Fresh Job Cuts, Waze Employees Let Go: Report
1 year, 8 months ago

Google Undergoes Fresh Job Cuts, Waze Employees Let Go: Report

ABP News  

Google's mapping service app, Waze, is reportedly undergoing job cuts as the company aims to streamline operations and increase efficiency in line with a prevailing trend in Silicon Valley. In a letter addressed to Waze employees, Chris Phillips, Vice President of Google's Geo unit, hinted at impending job cuts in departments such as sales, marketing, operations, and analytics, though no …

Google cuts jobs at Waze months after laying off 12,000 employees: Report
1 year, 8 months ago

Google cuts jobs at Waze months after laying off 12,000 employees: Report

Hindustan Times  

Alphabet Inc.’s Google has cut jobs at mapping service Waze, the tech giant’s latest move to trim its operations amid a drive for efficiency in Silicon Valley. Some positions focused on advertising at Waze were eliminated after the unit began transitioning to using Google’s advertising technology, a Google spokesperson said Tuesday. “As part of this update, we’ve reduced those roles …

Google laying off employees working in Waze unit: Know more
1 year, 8 months ago

Google laying off employees working in Waze unit: Know more

India TV News  

Google has started cutting cuts in its wage mapping service, impacting operations in India as well. Although the exact number of job reductions was not disclosed in the email, the report suggests that the Waze unit currently employs more than 500 individuals. Google has more staff and salary As concerns of a global economic downturn loom, IT companies worldwide are …

The best alternatives to Google Maps
1 year, 11 months ago

The best alternatives to Google Maps

Live Mint  

Google Maps, an excellent mapping and navigation service, has become almost a force of habit for over a billion users across the world. That said, amidst last year’s economic crisis, Google merged the two divisions working on Google Maps and Waze, which could change things going forward. That’s mostly thanks to its long experience in digital mapping – the company …

Google makes Maps, driving directions available offline
9 years, 4 months ago

Google makes Maps, driving directions available offline

LA Times  

The latest version of Google’s map app allows users to download city maps so that streets and businesses will be stored on their mobile devices. “When a connection is found, it will switch back online so you can easily access the full version of Maps, including live traffic conditions for your current route,” Google Product Manager Amanda Bishop wrote in …

Google paid $966 million for Israeli mapping start-up Waze
11 years, 7 months ago

Google paid $966 million for Israeli mapping start-up Waze

Firstpost  

After keeping it under wraps for the longest time, Google has revealed that it shelled out a whopping $966 million to purchase Israeli mapping start-up Waze… After keeping it under wraps for the longest time, Google has revealed that it shelled out a whopping $966 million to purchase Israeli mapping start-up Waze. Google shelled out big bucks “In June 2013, …

It's Official: Google Acquires Crowdsourced Navigation App 'Waze'
11 years, 9 months ago

It's Official: Google Acquires Crowdsourced Navigation App 'Waze'

Wired  

Google finalized its acquisition of the crowdsourced navigation and traffic app Waze this morning. Waze is a free app that uses the input of trusted community members to update maps in real time to help other users avoid delays and congestion. For now it looks like the Waze app will remain independent, bolstered by Google’s search capabilities, while Google Maps …

Google finalising $1.3 billion deal for mapping company Waze
11 years, 9 months ago

Google finalising $1.3 billion deal for mapping company Waze

Firstpost  

Google is finalising a deal to acquire online mapping company Waze for $1.3 billion, according to a source familiar with the matter…. Google is finalising a deal to acquire online mapping company Waze for $1.3 billion, according to a source familiar with the matter. The deal with Google comes after discussions between Waze and social networking company Facebook fell apart …

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