OriginalSourceThe Times of IndiaIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityPublished05:56 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceThe Times of IndiaIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityPublished05:56 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“After renaming Lake Ontario, Google CEO rejects US request to rename Atlantic Ocean”
“President Trump has recently proposed renaming the Atlantic Ocean, following prior discussions about the Atlantic Ocean. During a recent event, he mentioned contacting Google Maps regarding these renaming efforts.”
Trump asks Google Maps to rename the Atlantic Ocean; Pichai declines
Key points
- Trump suggested renaming the Atlantic Ocean to honor him during a rally.
- He claimed he called Google Maps and asked to rename the ocean.
- Sundar Pichai reportedly responded, saying he wouldn't do it.
- Earlier, Google renamed Lake Ontario to Lake America after an executive order.
- Google Maps update applies to US users, with Lake Ontario title varying by region.
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