Map data already underlies applications for search, navigation, logistics, games, autonomous driving and more, according to the Linux Foundation. — AFP Relaxnews
Google rivals unveiled a project to make freely available data sets for map features to be built into online offerings.
Alphabet-owned Google dominates online mapping, selling its services to other companies or platforms and using location and navigation capabilities to enhance its other offerings, including online advertising.
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