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Google's 27-year veteran Jeff Dean is leaving to co-found Discovery Loop, while DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis transitions to chairman. The executive shifts arrive alongside major research reveals from OpenAI and Google.
Google Maps has launched new agentic features that let users order food and book hotels without leaving the app. This turns the navigation tool into a more powerful assistant for completing real-world tasks like dining and travel planning in one place.
Ars Technica tested Google's SynthID watermark and found it robust against removal, but the technology alone cannot stop AI disinformation because it only labels content and doesn't prevent bad actors from using unwatermarked models.
Google launched and then quickly removed an AI feature that let users generate fake images on Google Earth. Critics warned it could spread misinformation. The tool is now offline.
Google launched and then quickly removed an AI feature in Google Earth that let users edit satellite images with text prompts. The tool raised ethical concerns about creating misleading deepfakes of real-world locations.
Google's AI Mode in Search helps users plan and book offline activities like concerts, travel, and dining by consolidating information and providing step-by-step guidance directly in search results.
Google DeepMind released Gemini Robotics 2, an AI model that controls entire humanoid robots from feet to fingertips, expanding beyond the previous version's upper-body-only capability.
Google revealed a massive increase in its AI capital expenditure, projecting up to $205 billion for the year. The news spooked investors, causing a stock drop and raising concerns about the financial sustainability of the AI arms race.
Google DeepMind has introduced new features to its Gemini API, including 3.6 Flash for faster responses and custom hooks for developers. These updates aim to make AI agents more reliable and production-ready.
Google’s AI Overviews now appear in 43% of all searches, according to new data from TechCrunch AI. This rapid adoption signals that AI-generated answers are becoming the standard way people find information online, fundamentally changing how search engines work.
Google has developed an AI system that uses reinforcement learning to correct errors in quantum computers, potentially making quantum computing more reliable and practical for real-world use.
Google announced several AI advancements in June 2026, including new features for Gemini and enhanced AI tools for everyday use. These updates aim to make AI more accessible and useful in daily life.
Google announced several new AI features in May 2026, including advancements in its Gemini models and new tools for developers. These updates aim to make AI more accessible and powerful for everyday users and businesses alike.
At Galaxy Unpacked 2026, Google announced three new AI-powered features for Samsung’s upcoming foldables, watches, and glasses, designed to boost productivity and save users time through smarter, context-aware device integration.
Google Images is celebrating 25 years of visual search with new AI-powered features, including natural language search refinements and creative tools that let users generate and explore visual content more intuitively.
Google's cloud business is booming, thanks to companies adopting its AI and AI infrastructure services. The tech giant reported record profits, validating its massive spending on AI development.
Google has launched Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber, a cost-effective AI model designed to identify and fix security vulnerabilities quickly. This new tool aims to provide a more affordable alternative to larger, more expensive AI systems like Anthropic's Mythos.
Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI have announced free access to their premium AI tools—including advanced language models, coding assistants, and design software—for all students, removing previous paywalls and democratizing access to cutting-edge educational technology.
A leaked demo from Google DeepMind shows an AI-powered search engine that understands complex, multi-part questions and generates detailed, structured responses — moving beyond link lists to direct answers, summaries, and comparison charts.
Google is renaming its AI note-taking app NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook. The app remains standalone but will integrate more deeply with Gemini AI and Google Search, part of a broader push to unify Google's AI tools under the Gemini brand.
Google is expanding its AI Mode to let you use AI to complete tasks across linked apps. This integration could make everyday tasks faster and more seamless for users.
Google awarded $250,000 for two high-severity Linux kernel vulnerabilities that allow untrusted users to escape virtual machines and gain root privileges on the host system, posing critical risks to cloud and enterprise environments.
Google is adding personalized AI avatars to its Vids app, allowing users to create videos starring a digital version of themselves. The feature uses Gemini Omni to generate and edit videos from prompts and reference images, making professional video creation accessible to everyone.
Google Search introduces a new feature in AI Mode that lets users securely link and interact with apps like Gmail and Google Drive directly from search results, eliminating the need to switch between tabs or services.