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How partners are unlocking scalable audio transcription with Gemini
- Audio transcription is crucial for extracting insights from spoken data across industries, with traditional methods often being time-consuming and error-prone.
- Gemini offers a cutting-edge solution for scalable audio transcription by automating the process efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Challenges in scaling audio transcription include handling diverse audio conditions, industry-specific terminology accuracy, multilingual support, and optimizing processing time and cost.
- Google Cloud Partners use Gemini for transcription in media, customer service, legal, healthcare, business, and more.
- Gemini excels in processing large datasets efficiently, delivering highly accurate transcriptions with contextual understanding and supporting multilingual needs.
- Gemini's speaker diarization capability and customizable formatting options set it apart in the audio transcription space.
- The Google Cloud Partner Engineering team collaborated with System Integrators to build a differentiated solution for scalable audio transcription using Gemini on Google Cloud.
- Gemini's multi-modal capabilities have unlocked new possibilities for audio transcription, providing benefits like dynamic scaling, simplified management, cost-effectiveness, and advanced features.
- Design considerations for optimal performance with Gemini include efficient audio file handling, serverless function timeouts, model selection based on context window, speaker diarization optimization, and advanced diarization techniques.
- Partners can leverage Gemini's API documentation to integrate its advanced capabilities effectively and deliver exceptional transcription experiences to clients.
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Google just gave Pixel owners a new choice when it comes to warranty plans
- Google now offers a two-year, one-time payment Preferred Care plan for Pixel phones.
- Previously, this option was only available to Fitbit devices.
- Asurion has replaced Assurant as the insurance provider.
- The extended warranty plan called Preferred Care has been updated to include a 2-year plan for Pixel devices.
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How to set up crash detection on your Android phone
- Your phone comes with a crash detection feature that can alert emergency services and contacts.
- Available on Pixel phones starting with the Google Pixel 4A, and on the Pixel Watch 2 and 3.
- When a crash is detected, an alarm sounds and options are provided to cancel or call 911 & notify contacts.
- If there is no response within 60 seconds, the alerts are automatically sent out.
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Google to pay SA media up to R500m annually
- Google is proposed to pay between R300 million and R500 million annually to the South African media for its role in benefiting from the local news media industry.
- The Competition Commission's report found an inequitable share of value between Google and news publishers in South Africa.
- The inquiry seeks to determine how digital platforms affect South Africa's news media sector.
- Google disclosed earning around R35 million from advertising revenue generated through news-related queries in South Africa.
- The report highlighted the unequal sharing of data and insights between Google and news publishers.
- Google's algorithm favors global news outlets over local media in search results and Top Stories.
- These issues are not unique to South Africa and similar processes are ongoing in other countries like Australia, the US, and Brazil.
- Imposing a digital levy or tariff is one of the proposed alternatives to ensure fair contribution from big tech companies to the economies where they operate.
- Finding sustainable win-win solutions is crucial for the media industry's stability and long-term success.
- Parties involved have the option of appeal if they disagree with the imposed binding remedy.
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Hey Google or Hey Gemini? Google inches closer to hotword choice (APK teardown)
- Google may offer users a choice between “Hey Google” and potentially “Hey Gemini” as hotwords for invoking Google Assistant.
- The introduction of the new hotword suggests Google's transition towards using the branding 'Gemini' for all things AI.
- The new hotword option could be limited to select devices.
- The change is part of Google's continued efforts to enhance its AI-based digital assistant.
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Phishing Campaigns Targeting Higher Education Institutions
- Mandiant observed an increase in phishing attacks targeting U.S.-based universities since August 2024.
- A long-term phishing campaign with shared filenames targeted educational institution users since at least October 2022.
- These attacks exploit trust within academic institutions during critical academic calendar dates.
- Three distinct phishing campaigns have emerged to take advantage of these factors.
- Campaigns involved phishing via Google Forms, scraping university login pages, and redirecting payments.
- Phishing methods included requests for login credentials, financial information, and urgent responses.
- Google Forms and website cloning were used in phishing campaigns to obtain sensitive information.
- Payment redirection attacks involved gaining unauthorized access to redirect funds into attackers' accounts.
- The impact of a successful payment redirection attack includes financial losses, reputational damage, and operational disruption.
- Mitigation strategies include MFA, employee training, payment verification protocols, and incident response planning.
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Apple braces for DEI showdown at annual shareholder meeting
- Apple is set to defend its DEI programs against critical investors at its annual shareholder meeting.
- A vote is expected Tuesday on a motion brought by a conservative think tank to axe its DEI programs.
- Apple said it "inappropriately attempts" to restrict its ability to manage its own operations.
- Apple's decision to stand by its DEI policies could weigh on its relationship with the president.
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I started my career in filmmaking. Here's how I ended up at Google in an AI sales leadership role.
- Jon Flynn started his career in filmmaking, making music videos and commercials in southern Africa.
- Now, he works at Google in AI sales, focusing on media, entertainment, gaming, and telecom sectors.
- Flynn transitioned from journalism to engineering and credits communication as a key skill in his journey.
- He leads a team at Google responsible for bringing AI products to customers in various industries.
- Flynn advises not to worry if you are unsure of your career path, as some of the best journeys start without a map.
- He emphasizes the importance of following passions and taking risks for personal growth and success.
- Flynn highlights the significance of communication skills over technical degrees in his career trajectory.
- He values individuals who can effectively articulate the value of products to customers, regardless of their background.
- For Flynn, the ability to translate technical concepts into understandable language is crucial in the tech industry.
- His diverse background showcases the importance of adaptability and continuous learning in career development.
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Google’s Waze Qualifies For More Stringent EU Rules
- Google-owned navigation platform Waze will fall under stricter rules from the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA) as it has surpassed 45 million average monthly users from July to December 2024.
- The DSA requires 'gatekeeper' companies, including Waze, to comply with more stringent provisions, such as monitoring online content, creating a public archive of advertisements, and allowing users to opt out of profile-based recommendations.
- The European Commission is expected to issue an update on Waze's Very Large Online Platform (VLOP) designation after verifying the figures in about two months.
- Last year, TikTok withdrew a rewards program in the EU due to concerns about its potential addictive effect, marking the first resolution of a case under the DSA.
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The best Chromebook you can buy in 2025
- Chromebooks have evolved to offer a good combination of build quality, battery life, and power, with years of software updates.
- The market for Chromebooks is diverse, offering machines at various price points and power levels.
- Chrome OS is known for simplicity, speedy boot-up, and the ability to run web-based programs without bloatware.
- Chromebooks can now run Android apps, expanding their software capabilities beyond web-based applications.
- Google emphasizes security features on Chromebooks, with regular auto-updates and app sandboxing for enhanced protection.
- Chromebooks integrate well with Google services and can run Android apps, providing users with a versatile experience.
- Important specifications for Chromebooks include processor power, RAM, storage, webcam quality, and screen resolution.
- Google's Auto Update policy ensures Chromebooks receive software updates and support for up to 10 years after release.
- Prices for Chromebooks have increased, with solid daily drivers now starting at around $400.
- Premium Chromebooks may cost over $1,000 but often offer unnecessary features compared to mid-range options.
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How Expensive Is Google’s New AI for a 1-Minute Video?
- Google's newest artificial intelligence video-generating model, Veo 2, costs $30 per minute of AI-generated video, at a rate of 50 cents per second.
- Comparing to traditional filmmaking costs, Veo 2's price is significantly lower. For example, the blockbuster film 'Avengers: Endgame' had an average cost of about $32,000 per second of finished footage.
- Veo 2 is currently limited to handling shorter videos, but it has the ability to create clips longer than two minutes. Real-life use of Veo 2 is different from conventional filmmaking as customers usually won't use every second of generated video.
- Google's rival, OpenAI, offers their Sora AI video model through a $200/month ChatGPT Pro subscription.
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Android Auto Update Causes Wireless Connection Glitches for Users
- Some drivers are reporting wireless Android Auto connectivity problems following recent updates.
- The issue appears to be linked to the Android Auto v13.4 and v13.5 updates.
- Switching to a wired USB connection still functions properly.
- Google has not officially commented on the issue or provided a fix timeline.
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EU Planning Formal DMA Charges Against Google
- EU regulators are planning to charge Google with breaching the Digital Markets Act (DMA) over its alleged preferencing of its own services in search results.
- The charges stem from an investigation that began in March last year and focus on whether Google's search results favor its own vertical search engines over third-party tools.
- Google has made changes to its search result formats to address concerns, but competitors argue that the changes are insufficient.
- If found guilty, Google could face fines of up to 10% of its global turnover.
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From Cyber Cafés to Stadiums: How India is Changing the Esports Scene
- The esports industry in India is growing rapidly with a valuation of 250 crore (US$ 33.68 million) in 2021, and it is expected to grow by 46% in the next four years.
- India has seen a significant increase in the number of players and teams, with 150,000 players and around 60,000 teams currently. The Indian esports community is growing faster than the global esports industry.
- Indian esports stars like Scout, Mortal, Jonathan, and Goblin have gained popularity and turned their passion into successful careers.
- The growth of esports in India has been fueled by sponsorships and investments, with Indian squads partnering with international brands and a substantial increase in cash rewards for tournaments.
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Google Announces End of SMS Code Authentication for Gmail
- SMS authentication will no longer be used by Google for Gmail.
- Users will be able to use passkeys and QR codes for authentication.
- This shift is to enhance security and reduce the risk of phishing scams.
- QR code verification will replace SMS authentication in the coming months.
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