Google CEO Sundar Pichai has announced significant leadership changes within the company. Prabhakar Raghavan, long-serving head of the search division, will transition into a new role as Chief Technologist. Nick Fox will replace Raghavan in overseeing Search, Ads, Geo, and Commerce operations. Additionally, the Gemini app team will merge into Google DeepMind, and the Google Assistant team will now report to the platforms and devices division. These changes aim to streamline Google’s operations and bolster technological leadership.

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• Prabhakar Raghavan to become Chief Technologist.
• Raghavan will work closely with CEO Sundar Pichai on tech direction.
• Nick Fox appointed to lead Search, Ads, Geo, and Commerce.
• Raghavan has led Google’s growth over 12 years.
• Sissie Hsaio’s Gemini app team merges with Google DeepMind.
• Google Assistant team shifts to platforms and devices division.
• Focus on promoting a strong technological culture.
• New ‘Cheapest’ filter added to Google Flights for festive season.