Meet the artist who built a giant spider for a virtual world
Theo Triantafyllidis won the 2026 Frieze Artist Award, which is supported by Google Arts & Culture.
Google AI Blog4 min read
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Why we're backing America's existing nuclear plants
Our new agreement with Constellation Energy brings the total new nuclear capacity we’ve enabled for the U.S. energy system from uprates and restarts to over 1.5 GW.
Google AI Blog4 min read
Google’s power-hungry data centers crave nuclear energy
Google announced a new agreement to update six nuclear power plant sites across the US as the tech giant seeks to generate more electricity for its power-hungry data centers. Google signed the 20-year deal with Constellation, the leading nuclear power plant operator in the US.
The Verge - All Posts3 min read
New leaks reveal more details about the Fitbit Edge including its price
Following more images of the previously leaked Google Fitbit Edge surfacing a few days ago, new details about the upcoming fitness tracker have been revealed, including potential features and pricing.
The Verge - All Posts2 min read
Google claims EmbeddingGemma 2 outperforms rival embedding models twice its size
Google released EmbeddingGemma 2, an open model with 740 million parameters that converts text, images, video, audio, and code into vectors. It runs on-device, needs only about 191 MB of RAM, and outperforms some competing models twice its size, according to Google.
The Decoder1 min read
Google's new image model Nano Banana 2.1 generates better images for less money
Google's new Nano Banana 2.1 image model uses Gemini 3.6 Flash and beats the previous Pro model in some benchmarks at a lower cost. But its predecessor also scored well in tests, while Pro often produced better images in practice.
The Decoder3 min read
Google is about to remove free access to Gemini Flash and Pro
Starting on October 9th, anyone using Google Gemini on a free plan will be limited to the Flash Lite model. Free users can currently choose from Gemini Flash Lite, Flash, and Pro, but now you'll need a $4.99/month Google AI Plus subscription to access the standard Flash model.
The Verge - AI1 min read
Tanium expands Security Operations with Atlas-powered detection, response and hunting
Endpoint management and security company Tanium Inc. today expanded its Security Operations portfolio with new detection, response and threat-hunting tools built on its Tanium Atlas agentic artificial intelligence platform.
SiliconANGLE4 min read
Google launches EmbeddingGemma 2, an open multimodal embedding model for devices
Google has released EmbeddingGemma 2, an open 740-million-parameter model that maps text, code, images, audio and video into a single space and runs entirely on a phone or a small board.
The Next Web AI2 min read
Google accused of overcharging 20 million UK consumers over Play Store fees
Google is defending a £1.2B claim at London’s Competition Appeal Tribunal brought for about 20 million British consumers who say Play Store commissions of up to 30% were passed into the prices they paid since October 2015.
The Next Web AI2 min read
Google teams with nuclear power giant to give reactors a tune-up
Upgraded turbines, generators, and digital controls are expected to unlock an addition 890MW of capacity
The Register5 min read
Google’s new Fitbit could make you rethink buying a smartwatch
Google’s rumored Fitbit Edge could pack a screen, GPS, Gemini coaching, and week-long battery life into one tiny tracker.
Digital Trends — AI1 min read
Google Photos vs. Gallery app: What's the difference and which should you use?
We compare Google's Photos and Gallery apps, so you can decide which one to use.
Engadget3 min read
How to check if your Android phone is still getting security updates
Your Android device will only receive updates for so long, and it might have already left its support period without you realizing.
Engadget5 min read
Googlebook "Better Together" phone features don't work with Samsung at launch
Googlebooks require Android 17, but Samsung's Android 17 phones won't work yet.
Ars Technica2 min read
Chrome's Response to Recent ccTLD Registry Hijacks
Following recent third-party domain hijacks affecting the .gh, .sl, and .as country-code top-level domains (ccTLDs), Chrome immediately blocked unauthorized HTTPS certificates via CRLSets and worked with issuing Certification Authorities to revoke them.
Lobsters4 min readEmbeddingGemma 2
My comment on EmbeddingGemma 2 — Hacker News.I really appreciate that EmbeddingGemma 2 is under the Apache 2.0 license. For embedding models in particular, I don't think it makes sense to use a closed, proprietary, hosted-only model.
Simon Willison2 min read
I use technology to give students a voice and become critical digital citizens.
Empower students using Google Sites, Gemini, and Vids to build critical thinking skills. See how these tools help kids find their voice today.
Google AI Blog1 min read
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