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A guide to Google ADK and MCP integration with an external server
- Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) provides a standardized way for AI-powered agents to access external context.
- Integrating Google's Agent Development Kit (ADK) with an external MCP server poses integration challenges.
- Develop ADK agents that connect to external MCP servers using SSE for efficient communication.
- The article demonstrates creating and configuring an MCP server with Python packages like uv and tools like extract_wikipedia_article.
- The server.py file showcases setting up an MCP server instance with specified tools and SSE transport mechanism.
- The interaction process between the server and client for real-time communication is detailed within the code.
- Connecting ADK agents to the MCP server involves establishing an SSE connection using SseServerParams.
- The agent.py file presents creating an ADK Agent equipped with tools fetched from the MCP Server.
- Testing the agent involves utilizing the ADK developer tool interface for validation.
- Streamable HTTP is introduced as a new transport protocol by MCP for more efficient server-client communication.
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From Nvidia chips to Amazon's AI zone, these are the key deals struck during Trump's tour of Saudi Arabia
- Donald Trump is in the Middle East seeking deals to strengthen ties between the US and oil-rich states.
- During Trump's visit, multiple deals have been announced, particularly in the defense and technology sectors.
- An arms deal worth $142 billion between the US and Saudi Arabia was described as the largest defense sales agreement in history.
- Nvidia is bringing chips to Saudi Arabia, with plans to deploy 18,000 of its Blackwell GPUs in the region for AI development.
- AMD has also partnered with Saudi AI subsidiary Humain, investing up to $10 billion in AI compute over the next five years.
- Amazon Web Services announced a $5 billion plan to build an 'AI Zone' in Saudi Arabia for faster AI training and inference.
- Google is backing a $100 million AI fund in Saudi Arabia to support AI startup talent in the Middle East and North Africa.
- Supermicro signed a $20 billion data deal with Saudi data center company DataVolt, involving operations and manufacturing in both Saudi Arabia and the US.
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Thanks to Apple, Americans are now sending more than one billion RCS messages per day
- Google reported that Americans are now sending over a billion daily RCS (Rich Communication Services) messages, following the adoption of the messaging standard with features like high-resolution media, typing indicators, read receipts, and enhanced group chats.
- Apple recently added RCS support to its iOS Messages app in fall 2024, ending the blurry media and limited group chat capabilities for iPhone users receiving messages from Android devices.
- Despite the RCS update on iOS, a humorous debate over green bubbles (Android users) and blue bubbles (iMessage users) continues, with some considering green bubbles as a sign of being a 'cheapskate' or 'tech illiterate.'
- Smartphone shipments to the U.S. surged by 30% in March as companies like Apple, Samsung, and Motorola ramped up imports, while Chinese e-commerce platforms cut prices on iPhone 16 models to boost sales and Samsung unveiled its thinnest flagship model, the Galaxy S25 Edge.
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DeepMind claims its newest AI tool is a whiz at math and science problems
- DeepMind has developed a new AI system called AlphaEvolve to tackle problems with 'machine-gradable' solutions.
- AlphaEvolve introduces an automatic evaluation system to reduce hallucinations in AI models by generating, critiquing, and scoring possible answers for accuracy.
- The system, designed for domain experts, uses 'state-of-the-art' Gemini models, making it more capable than earlier AI instances.
- AlphaEvolve can solve problems in fields like computer science and system optimization, rediscovering known solutions and improving them in some cases.
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An archaeologist and UX researcher at Google says the best AI strategy starts with understanding people
- Chelsey Fleming, a UX research lead at Google Labs, emphasizes the importance of understanding people when implementing AI strategies.
- She suggests that companies should focus on upskilling employees rather than solely relying on AI to cut costs.
- Fleming highlights the significance of treating AI as a collaborator and involving human-driven solutions for better products and work processes.
- She recommends that companies encourage experimentation with AI tools to make upskilling more engaging and that human insight remains crucial in AI applications.
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Google will let restaurants highlight specials on their search profiles
- Google is introducing a new section for restaurant and bar search profiles that allows owners to highlight specials or events.
- The new section called 'This week' will enable businesses to feature daily specials or upcoming events, and will appear prominently in Google search results.
- This feature, named 'What's Happening,' can be updated by businesses through Google Posts or linked to their social media accounts for automatic updates.
- Initially launching in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, the feature is aimed at single Food and Drink businesses.
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Google Cloud announces first-of-its-kind generative AI leader certification
- Google Cloud has introduced a generative AI certification designed for non-technical learners to meet the growing demand of AI familiarity in various job roles.
- This certification aims to empower professionals in fields like HR, marketing, finance, sales, etc., to contribute effectively to business goals.
- It is the first certification tailored for strategic leaders who understand AI's impact beyond just coding.
- The certification exam covers four critical domains: fundamentals of generative AI, techniques to improve model output, Google Cloud offerings, and business strategies for AI solutions.
- The exam costs $99 USD and is structured to evaluate understanding across these domains.
- Google Cloud's Generative AI Leader certification exam will be available globally starting May 14th.
- Becoming a certified leader can lead to faster promotions and more managerial opportunities, according to research on Google Cloud certifications.
- The certification includes courses covering foundational concepts, Google Cloud offerings, techniques to improve generative AI model output, and business strategies for successful AI solutions.
- Professionals can access a no-cost learning path on Google Cloud Skills Boost to prepare for the certification exam.
- Google Cloud's expertise in AI development is aimed at guiding professionals towards leading with AI in various organizational roles.
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Google Android 16 new look Unveiled: Material 3 Expressive brings bold design shift
- Google has unveiled the Google Android 16 new look powered by Material 3 Expressive design system.
- Material 3 Expressive brings sweeping visual changes like expressive aesthetics, dynamic motion effects, and new typography options.
- Android 16 introduces iOS-inspired features, enhanced security measures, and Gemini AI expansion across various platforms.
- The design overhaul is backed by extensive research aiming to engage users, particularly Gen Z, with a more emotionally resonant interface.
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Google AI Mode may replace a Search feature that’s been there since day 1
- Google is testing a new AI Mode that may replace the iconic 'I'm Feeling Lucky' button on its search homepage.
- The AI Mode will allow users to start searching with AI directly from the search bar, making Google.com more useful.
- Many users nowadays search directly from the browser's URL bar, making the 'I'm Feeling Lucky' button less relevant.
- The potential change aims to enhance user experience and modernize Google Search functionality.
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Big Tech Uses AI as an Excuse to Fire Thousands
- Big tech companies such as Microsoft, IBM, Chegg, Workday, CrowdStrike, PwC, and Klarna are attributing layoffs to AI in 2025.
- Layoffs.fyi reports over 50,000 tech employees have been laid off this year, with Microsoft eliminating around 3% of its workforce, affecting approximately 6,000 employees.
- Some believe AI-driven efficiency is leading to layoffs, while others suggest the cost of building AI infrastructure is driving companies to reduce headcount.
- Google and Meta have also announced layoffs, with Google cutting roles in its Platforms and Devices unit, and Meta focusing on performance-based cuts and internal restructuring.
- Companies like PwC are citing overhiring during the pandemic and a shift towards automation for reducing jobs, leading to 1,500 job cuts across the US.
- IBM replaced 200 human resources workers with AI agents, leading to an expansion in its workforce for hiring more programmers and sales personnel.
- Chegg plans to lay off 248 employees to reduce expenses, while Duolingo is phasing out human contractors with an 'AI-first' approach for expanding language course offerings.
- AI is seen automating tasks such as coding, customer service, and data analysis, potentially impacting jobs that once required human labor.
- Despite AI's impact, analysts believe big tech companies might be using AI as a pretext for layoffs driven by other strategic or financial motives.
- Klarna, after relying heavily on AI for customer service, aims to reintroduce human agents, acknowledging the negative impact of over-reliance on AI in customer interactions.
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Google redesigns logo for first time in a decade – but how different is it?
- Google redesigned its app icon for the first time in almost a decade to have a smoother and sleeker look, aligning it with their AI assistant chatbot, Gemini.
- The last major update to the Google logo was in September 2015, when they switched to a sans-serif typeface and capitalized the 'G' logo for better mobile visibility.
- The recent logo change was rolled out to iOS and Android users, aiming to provide performance improvements in the latest app update.
- Reactions to the new design have been mixed, with some liking the change while others criticizing it for appearing blurry or lacking impact.
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No Gemini on the Google TV Streamer begs the question: Why buy ‘Made by Google’?
- Google announced Gemini improvements for its hardware and software during The Android Show.
- Gemini integration in Google TV promises better video recommendations and answers.
- Expectations include simpler smart home commands and proper Gemini Live conversations on TV.
- Gemini is set to arrive on a TCL Google TV first, with no launch date confirmed for Google's own TV Streamer or other devices.
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Material 3 on Wear OS is proof we’ll never have square smartwatches again
- Google introduces Material 3 Expressive for Wear OS platform with dynamic theming and fluid animations.
- The new design on Wear OS confirms the focus on circular smartwatches, leaving behind square designs.
- Material 3 Expressive is optimized for round screens, featuring updated menus and animations tailored for circular displays.
- Google's strategic decision emphasizes the classic round watch shape in the new design language for Wear OS.
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Android gets closer to AirTag territory as Find Hub starts showing directional tracking
- UWB-based tracking for location and direction is coming to Find Hub, previously known as Find My device.
- Some users already have this functionality through Moto Tag and UWB-compatible phones.
- Google renamed Android’s Find My Device app to Find Hub, emphasizing its expanded tracking capabilities.
- The Find Hub will soon support UWB technology, with some users already seeing the feature in action for tracking the Moto Tag.
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UWB won’t fix everything that’s wrong with Google’s Find My Device
- Google is introducing Ultra-wideband (UWB) support to its Find My Device network, starting with the Moto Tag later this month.
- The UWB chip in the tag has been inactive and will now enable more precise location tracking for nearby tags.
- Despite the introduction of UWB support, the author suggests that it may not solve all issues with Google's Find My Device network and its compatible tags.
- The author emphasizes that while UWB is a welcomed feature, other improvements might still be necessary based on their experience with the network and alternative trackers for Android.
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