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Real-time map of all forests on Earth launches later this year
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Apple hiring 'ground truth managers' across the globe to ensure the accuracy of its Maps app
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Google debuts Maps Engine Lite for the casual mapmaker
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Former Google UK exec alleges company misrepresented sales to avoid paying taxes
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