AI trainers for Google report stressful conditions and low pay

Thousands of human workers who train and moderate Google’s AI models like Gemini face grueling deadlines, low pay, and exposure to distressing content. These “raters,” hired through contractors like GlobalLogic, are essential for making chatbots seem intelligent and safe but often feel invisible and expendable. This is reported by The Guardian after speaking with ten …

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Google clarifies usage limits for its Gemini AI models

Google has published specific usage limits for its AI model Gemini, providing new clarity for users on its free and paid plans. The update to its Help Center article replaces previous vague statements about potential caps on prompts and features. As The Verge reports, users now have a clear understanding of their daily and monthly …

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Google provides tips for maximizing Gemini’s improved image generation

Google DeepMind explains in a new post how to use the improved image generation in Gemini to its full potential. Product Manager Naina Raisinghani shared specific prompting strategies to achieve better results with the updated model. The company recommends including six key elements in prompts: subject, composition, action, location, style, and editing instructions. Users should …

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Apple is developing AI-powered search tool to challenge ChatGPT and Perplexity

Apple is building its own AI-powered web search system that will be integrated into Siri next year. The move represents a direct challenge to AI search competitors like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Perplexity AI, according to a Bloomberg report by Mark Gurman. The new system, internally called “World Knowledge Answers,” is planned for release in spring …

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Google wows with new AI image model focused on editing and consistency

Google has released an updated AI model, Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, designed to provide users with more control over image generation and editing. The model, which was anonymously tested on the crowdsourced evaluation platform LMArena under the codename “nano-banana,” is now integrated into the consumer-facing Gemini app and available to developers through the Gemini API, …

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The best AI image generators for professional use compared

Not long ago, generating an image with AI was mostly a technological novelty. It was a nice party trick with limited practical use. As of 2025, that has changed. AI image generation has evolved into a practical tool for marketing professionals. From unique visuals for social media campaigns to website assets and conceptual product shots: …

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An experiment shows how AI-generated answers can be influenced

A British marketing agency has successfully influenced the answers of large language models like ChatGPT in a controlled experiment. The agency, Reboot, managed to get AI models to name its CEO as the “sexiest bald man of 2025”. The experiment and its results were described in an article by the company’s search director, Oliver Sissons. …

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Google updates Gemini with automatic memory and new privacy controls

Google is rolling out an update for its AI assistant, Gemini, that allows it to automatically remember details from past conversations. The feature, called “Personal Context,” is designed to personalize future responses without users needing to provide context repeatedly. According to Google, if you previously discussed ideas for a YouTube channel on Japanese culture, Gemini …

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Google releases its advanced reasoning AI, Gemini 2.5 Deep Think

Google has launched Gemini 2.5 Deep Think, a new AI model designed for complex problem-solving, which is now available to subscribers of its Google AI Ultra plan. The company states that the model uses a technique called “parallel thinking.” This approach allows the AI to generate and consider many different ideas or solution paths at …

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