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How we got to 100 million cells in our global Li-ion rack battery fleet
- Google has reached a milestone of having over 100 million Lithium-ion (Li-ion) cells deployed in battery packs across its global data center fleet.
- The transition from lead-acid batteries to Li-ion batteries has allowed Google to reduce the number of batteries required by one-quarter, significantly reducing battery waste.
- Google has made safety a core principle in the design of its Li-ion battery backup units (BBUs), subjecting them to rigorous flame safety testing.
- The Li-ion BBUs, along with a distributed UPS architecture, have improved power availability, efficiency, and lifespan of data centers, while also reducing intermediate points of failure.
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What are the best practices for optimizing content for AI search engines?
- AI tools are shaping the future of search engine optimization (SEO). Good content and technical optimization are key.
- Prioritize user experience and make your site fast, simple, and trustworthy to improve AI search rankings.
- Stay updated with the latest AI changes and use AI tools for keyword research and content optimization.
- Various AI tools are available for SEO, depending on the specific needs of the user.
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Enhancing AlloyDB vector search with inline filtering and enterprise observability
- AlloyDB for PostgreSQL offers the ScaNN index for efficient data retrieval with a single SQL statement.
- New enhancements in AlloyDB include inline filtering for improved performance and accuracy in vector searches.
- Enterprise observability tools have been introduced to ensure stable performance and high-quality search results.
- These tools include a recall evaluator to measure search quality and vector index distribution statistics for consistent performance.
- AlloyDB's PostgreSQL interface enables developers to easily query and combine structured and unstructured data.
- Inline filtering optimizes query execution by leveraging vector indexes and metadata column indexes.
- The new recall evaluator helps measure and improve search quality in similarity search or AI workloads.
- Vector index distribution statistics aid in monitoring data changes and maintaining performance.
- AlloyDB offers performant, flexible, and high-quality solutions for vector search.
- ScaNN for AlloyDB is generally available and can be accessed via a quickstart guide and documentation.
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You can now live your developer dream with Google’s free Gemini Code Assist access
- Google has made a free version of its Gemini Code Assist tool available worldwide, integrating with IDEs like Visual Studio Code.
- Users have access to 180,000 requests per month, allowing for extensive usage of the AI-powered auto-complete, code generation, and chat support features.
- The usage limit of 180,000 requests caters to both complex and concise projects, with code completions counting as a request.
- Google has also started a public preview of Gemini Code Assist for GitHub, offering free code reviews and suggestions for pull requests.
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Google’s new AI solves superbug problems in two days – human researchers needed a decade
- Google's new co-scientist AI, based on Gemini 2.0, solved superbug problems in just 48 hours.
- Human researchers took a decade to reach the same conclusion.
- The AI also provided additional insights into how bugs acquire superpowers.
- Scientists are now studying the new concept suggested by the AI.
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Will Google’s potential fine reshape SA’s media industry?
- The South African Competition Commission has recommended a fine of R500 million for Google due to its dominance impacting local publishers negatively.
- The potential penalty raises questions about whether it will be effective in promoting fair competition or if tech giants will find ways to circumvent regulations.
- The decline in traditional media's advertising revenue due to the shift to digital consumption has been a significant challenge.
- The inquiry highlights that there is evidence of bias in Google's algorithm, disadvantaging South African media in favor of foreign media.
- Traditional media needs to address structural issues, but the focus of the inquiry is on the impact of platforms on competition within the market.
- The provisional report suggests Google should contribute to a fund, but the broader focus is on structural changes in platform news profiling.
- Google's participation in the inquiry and the possibility of challenging the findings are noted, with a digital levy being an option if recommended remedies are not implemented.
- The aim of the recommendations is to benefit a range of media outlets, from large houses to small rural startups, to promote media plurality.
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Get Google Cloud certified in 2025—and see why the latest research says it matters
- Getting Google Cloud certified has become more important as the cloud and AI industries continue to evolve.
- A recent Ipsos study reveals that certifications not only increase career opportunities, but also drive efficiencies for digital businesses.
- Certifications are considered the most valuable part of the learning journey for Google Cloud learners, equipping them with in-demand skills and accelerating their professional success.
- Certified students report higher salaries, faster time-to-hire, and better career opportunities.
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Chegg Takes Legal Action Against Google for AI Overviews
- Chegg has taken legal action against Google for its AI Overviews feature in search.
- AI Overviews provide users with condensed summaries at the top of search results, leading to a decline in website traffic for publishers like Chegg.
- Chegg argues that Google's AI Overviews could undermine the online media publishing industry and create an unreliable information ecosystem.
- Google dismisses the allegations, stating that AI Overviews increase engagement and visibility for websites.
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Chegg Sues Google Over AI Summaries, Citing Unfair Competition
- Educational technology company Chegg has filed a lawsuit against Alphabet Inc.'s Google, alleging that the tech giant's AI-generated search summaries are undermining original content creators and diverting traffic away from educational platforms.
- Chegg claims that Google's AI overviews significantly decrease the need for users to visit source websites, resulting in a decline in website traffic and subscribers for Chegg.
- Chegg is considering strategic alternatives, including selling the company or going private, due to the impact of Google's AI overviews on its business.
- Google counters Chegg's claims, stating that the AI overviews are designed to enhance the search experience and direct users to a variety of sources.
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A simple twist convinced me the Pixel Buds Pro 2 are better than I ever thought
- The Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a twist-to-fit stabilizer design.
- The twist-to-fit design provides advantages in terms of comfort and stability.
- The twist-to-fit feature was considered a sales gimmick.
- Using the twist-to-fit feature changed the user's daily experience with the buds.
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You can soon shop for Pixel devices at Google’s new Santa Monica store
- Google is opening a new retail store in Santa Monica next month.
- The store will feature demos, sales, and repairs for Google products.
- This will be Google’s sixth US retail location, with a seventh store planned.
- The new store is situated at 1460 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401.
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New leaks suggest Samsung’s Z Fold 7 is getting much thinner
- New leaks suggest Samsung’s Z Fold 7 is getting much thinner.
- The Galaxy Z Fold 7 will be just 4.5mm thick when open.
- It is expected to have larger screens and a 4,400mAh battery in a thinner design.
- The Z Fold 7 is rumored to launch in July 2025 along with the Galaxy Z Flip 7.
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Rewiring for Digital Transformation: Building the Tech Foundation (Part-2)
- The second part of the series focuses on the execution and implementation of digital transformation, emphasizing the importance of technology for speed and innovation.
- To empower teams in digital transformation, organizations must provide the right tools, seamless data access through APIs, and automated workflows for innovation acceleration.
- Implementing a developer platform allows engineers to access standardized tools efficiently, reducing dependencies on IT and enhancing scalability.
- Product managers play a crucial role in defining the purpose and capabilities of the developer platform through strategic planning and collaboration.
- A structured product management approach is outlined for building a robust API infrastructure that prioritizes standardization, security, and usability.
- API-first design principles, aligned with Bezos' API Mandate, are essential for ensuring APIs become core digital assets within organizations.
- Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) and MLOps automation are key for rapid and reliable software and AI deployment, enhancing innovation cycles.
- A product manager overseeing these initiatives should focus on standardization, scalability, and business impact to integrate CI/CD and MLOps effectively.
- With a strong technology foundation including developer platforms, APIs, CI/CD, and MLOps, organizations can efficiently scale AI-driven innovations.
- Embedding data at the core and ensuring widespread adoption are crucial for long-term business impact in digital transformation.
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Google Gemini’s AI coding tool is now free for individual users
- Google's enterprise-focused AI coding tool, Gemini Code Assist, is now available for individual users in a free version.
- Gemini Code Assist for individuals aims to make coding assistants with the latest AI capabilities more accessible for students, hobbyists, freelancers, and startups.
- It offers up to 180,000 code completions per month, without the usage limitations of other popular free coding assistants.
- Gemini Code Assist for individuals is powered by Google's Gemini 2.0 AI model and supports all programming languages in the public domain.
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Google Launches Gemini Code Assist, a Free AI Coding Tool for Developers
- Google has launched Gemini Code Assist, a free AI-powered coding assistant for developers.
- Gemini Code Assist provides AI-driven code completion, generation, and chat capabilities supporting all programming languages.
- It is available in Visual Studio Code, JetBrains IDEs, Firebase, and Android Studio, offering up to 180,000 code completions per month.
- Google aims to make AI coding tools accessible to individuals and is collecting user feedback during the public preview.
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