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Google just acquired Endoxon, a Swiss company that offers “geo-referenced data and high-resolution aerial and satellite images for dynamic internet and mobile services”. Here are some FAQs from their home page.

• Why is Google acquiring Endoxon?

Endoxon’s assets and its European network bolster engineering and technical resources for Google. This acquisition of Endoxon will enable us to leverage their analysis capabilities and will help us build out and improve the functionality of Google Earth and Google Maps across Europe.

• Why did Google acquire only three of Endoxon’s six business units?

Google acquired Endoxon’s internet, mapping and data processing business units. Unlike the others, these complement Google Earth and Google Maps technologies and services.

• What kind of support will be available for Endoxon customers?

Endoxon will continue to support its existing customers.

Good for European users. Read more on Google Blog.