Google Bard goes Global!

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▶️YouTube Initiates Experiment to Limit Content Access for those using AD Blocking Tools

YouTube is testing blocking content for users with active ad blockers, marking a potential shift to tackle ad blockers and enhance promotional opportunities. This aligns with Google's strategy to bypass ad-blocking technologies, safeguarding its core ads business. With Google integrating AI in Search, it aims to maximize ad exposure. Seems like Google's crackdown on ad blockers is on the horizon.

🔍Google I/O Debuts AI-Driven Search Upgrades: Search Generative Experience & Perspectives Tool for Diverse Insights

Google I/O unveiled AI-driven Search upgrades: generative AI (Search Generative Experience) and 'Perspectives' tool. SGE simplifies complex tasks, provides snapshots, and enhances shopping experiences. 'Perspectives' offers diverse viewpoints from various online sources. Aware of generative AI limitations, Google implemented safeguards for reliable results. SGE is available in Search Labs for U.S. users.

🎙️Google Bard Goes Global: Enhanced Image, Coding Features, App Integrations Announced

Google Bard removes the waitlist, expands to 180+ countries, and adds Japanese, Korean, and soon 40 languages. New features include image capabilities via Google Lens integration, enhanced coding, and third-party services like Adobe Firefly, Kayak, OpenTable, ZipRecruiter, and Instacart. Developer improvements include precise citations, a dark theme, and an Export button for Gmail and Docs.

🐦Twitter Introduces Encrypted DMs Exclusively for Verified Users and Affiliates

Twitter is launching encrypted direct messages (DMs), but there's a catch - they're behind a paywall. Only Twitter Blue users, verified organizations, and their affiliates can use the feature. Users need to be on the latest app version, and both parties must have previously interacted. Current limitations include no group messaging and susceptibility to man-in-the-middle attacks. While encryption is a priority for Twitter, making users pay may not boost its popularity.

🏁Google Unveils Duet AI, a Revamped Suite of AI Tools for Gmail and Docs

Google rebrands its AI features for Workspace apps like Docs and Gmail as Duet AI, with most features still under development. This includes writing assistance for Gmail mobile, branded as 'Help me write.' Google also teased a feature named 'Sidekick' to read, summarize, and answer questions on documents. Despite the hype, users must join a Workspace Labs waitlist for access. 'Arr, me matey, we're still waiting for the future,' it seems.

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