Google Maps gets conversational with Gemini-powered "Ask Maps"

For years, Google Maps has been able to surface nearby coffee shops and provide turn-by-turn navigation. What it couldn't do ...
eWeek

Google Maps Gets Its ‘Biggest Update in Over a Decade’ With AI-Powered Navigation

Google Maps rolls out its biggest update in years, introducing Immersive Navigation and the AI-powered Ask Maps feature for smarter routes and real-world questions.
heise online

Google's unprotected API keys a security and cost risk due to Gemini AI

Google is working to fix a problem with its API keys after security researchers pointed out possible misuse. This is because the keys for accessing Google's cloud services, such as Maps or Firebase, ...
Bleeping Computer

Previously harmless Google API keys now expose Gemini AI data

Google API keys for services like Maps embedded in accessible client-side code could be used to authenticate to the Gemini AI assistant and access private data. Researchers found nearly 3,000 such ...
Lifehacker

Google Maps Now Makes You Log In to See These Key Features

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GitHub

teng-lin/notebooklm-py

This library uses undocumented Google APIs that can change without notice. 📚 Research Automation - Bulk-import sources (URLs, PDFs, YouTube, Google Drive), run web/Drive research queries with ...
Mashable

Google Maps adds Gemini to a major feature in new test

A new Gemini-powered AI upgrade is coming to an integral part of Google Maps. Credit: Mateusz Slodkowski/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Google looks to be adding AI to yet another popular ...
Search Engine Land

Google Ads API v23 brings PMax data, richer invoicing, scheduling

Google released v23 of the Google Ads API, the first update of 2026. It marks the start of a faster release cadence. What’s new. The update adds deeper Performance Max reporting, more granular ...
Geeky Gadgets

Google Maps vs Waze vs Apple Maps: Which is Best for CarPlay?

When using Apple CarPlay for navigation, three major apps dominate the landscape: Apple Maps, Google Maps, and Waze. Each app caters to different driving needs, offering unique features and ...
BGR

Google Maps Vs. Apple Maps - Here's Which Navigation App You Should Use

iPhone users face this choice every time they need directions: Stick with the pre-installed Apple Maps, or switch to Google Maps. A decade ago, the answer felt obvious, but today, it's not as clear.
Search Engine Land

Google adds Maps to Demand Gen channel controls

Google expanded Demand Gen channel controls to include Google Maps, giving advertisers a new way to reach users with intent-driven placements and far more control over where Demand Gen ads appear.
TechRepublic

Gemini Comes to Google Maps With Insider Tips, Social Lists, and EV Tools

Gemini Comes to Google Maps With Insider Tips, Social Lists, and EV Tools Your email has been sent Google Maps adds AI-powered tips, social recommendations, reviewer privacy tools, and EV charger ...