Google's Gen-AI Search Engine Dominates the Search Market, Capturing 84% of Search Queries

Google NotebookLM to Launch Mobile App

Google's AI research tool, NotebookLM, is set to launch a standalone mobile application. This marks a significant step for the much-anticipated AI assistant, expanding its reach beyond web browsers to a wider range of mobile devices, offering users a more convenient and efficient experience. As another achievement in Google's AI productivity tool portfolio, NotebookLM's upgrade has generated considerable anticipation from the industry and users alike. From Experiment to Launch: The Evolution of NotebookLM NotebookLM initially...

Cyberspace Administration of China: 346 Generative AI Services Completed Registration by March 31, 2025

On April 8th, the Shanghai Cyberspace Administration (CAC) announced the registration status of generative artificial intelligence services as of March 31, 2025. Following the requirements of the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), relevant departments jointly promoted the registration of generative AI services to foster innovation and regulated application in this field. By the end of Q1 2025, a total of 346 generative AI services had completed registration with the CAC. Additionally, generative AI applications and functionalities that directly utilize the capabilities of already registered models through APIs or other methods are included.

Groundbreaking Advancements in AI Avatars: Talking Digital Twins Reshaping the Future of Human-Computer Interaction

Recent breakthroughs in generative AI have enabled AI avatars to not only possess lifelike appearances but also speak naturally and fluently. This technology, incorporating cutting-edge speech synthesis and facial expression generation capabilities, is rapidly blurring the lines between the digital and physical worlds, propelling AI from a behind-the-scenes tool to a direct conversational partner with humans. The emergence of these AI avatars marks a crucial step in the convergence of generative AI technologies. By seamlessly integrating highly realistic facial animation with natural speech synthesis, these avatars offer unprecedented potential for revolutionizing communication and interaction.

Deep Research Now Powered by Gemini 2.5 Pro: Google's Most Intelligent AI Model Arrives

April 9, 2025: AI research tools have reached a critical breakthrough. Google announced a major upgrade to its highly anticipated Deep Research feature, now powered by the experimental Gemini 2.5 Pro. This model has demonstrated superior performance in industry reasoning benchmarks and Chatbot Arena evaluations, considered by professionals to be one of the most powerful AI models globally. This technological advancement has sparked widespread interest among researchers, technical experts, and industry observers.

IBM Unveils z17 Mainframe: Capable of 450 Billion AI Inferences Daily, 50% Performance Boost

IBM on Monday launched its latest mainframe hardware, the IBM z17. This fully encrypted mainframe, powered by the IBM Telum II processor, is designed for over 250 AI use cases, including AI agents and generative AI applications. While mainframes may be considered legacy technology by some, 71% of Fortune 500 companies still use them, according to sources. According to market research firm Market Research Future, by 2024...

Google Unveils Sec-Gemini v1: A New AI Security Model for Rapid Threat Identification

Google announced on its official security blog the launch of Sec-Gemini v1, a new experimental AI model focused on advancing AI in cybersecurity. This marks a significant step in Google's efforts to leverage AI technology to combat escalating cyber threats. Addressing the Attack-Defense Asymmetry: AI Empowers Defenders Google highlighted a fundamental challenge in cybersecurity: the asymmetry between attackers and defenders. Defenders must address all potential cyber threats,

Google Brings Multimodal Search to AI Mode: Users Can Now Ask About Image Content

Google DeepMind's Aggressive Non-Compete Agreements Prevent Employees from Working for Competitors for a Year

In the fiercely competitive AI industry, Google's AI division, DeepMind, has employed extreme measures to retain top talent. According to Business Insider, some of the company's AI employees in the UK have signed 'aggressive' non-compete agreements, preventing them from working for competitors for a year after leaving. These agreements not only restrict employees' career choices but also prevent them from participating in the rapidly advancing technologies within the industry for a full year. Reports indicate these employees continue to receive salaries during this period, though the specifics are unclear.

Google Gemini Live Screen Sharing Now Supports Pixel 9 and Galaxy S25 Phones

Google recently announced that its latest Gemini Live camera and screen sharing feature is rolling out to Pixel 9 series phones and Samsung Galaxy S25 devices. This update allows users to get real-time information about their surroundings through a conversational AI chatbot, significantly enhancing the interactivity and utility of their phones. While currently limited to newer devices, Google stated that it will expand to more Android devices in the future. Users will need to be Gemini Ad subscribers to utilize this feature.

IDC: China's AI Investment to Exceed $100 Billion by 2028

International Data Corporation (IDC) released the "Worldwide Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI Spending Guide," projecting that China's total AI investment will surpass $100 billion by 2028, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 35.2%. According to IDC, global spending on AI IT is expected to reach $3,158 billion in 2024 and $8,159 billion by 2028, representing a CAGR of 32.9%. In the generative AI sector, the global market is expected to grow significantly over the next five years.