Google's European Charm Offensive

The search giant is actively working to improve its image abroad

Google is going on a charm offensive in Europe, The New York Times is reporting.  

The search giant is plagued by something of an image problem—especially in France and Germany—facing privacy issues, copyright and tax disputes, and antitrust actions. The solution? Invest heavily in the region to demonstrate that it can live up to its slogan ("don't be evil"). 

The company has spent an estimated $210 million on its new Paris digs at 8 rue de Londres. It also plans to employ some 1,000 people in France.

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