Google clarifies Gmail isn’t closing following viral hoax. Social media spread false rumors prompting Google to debunk the claim.
The incident underscores the challenge of misinformation online. While platforms like X aim to curb false information, they still struggle to stop it.
Google’s assurance contrasts with its past closures of some services.
Despite this, Gmail remains a widely used email platform with over 1.5 billion users globally.
This highlights the importance of verifying information before believing and sharing it.
This summary was based on information from BBC News.
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-68374424