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The latest AI news we announced in June 2026

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Here are Google’s latest AI updates from June 2026. by Keyword Team via The Keyword

Maps has an authentic new voice in New Zealand

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The new voice speaks English with a Kiwi accent while accurately pronouncing indigenous place names. by Caroline Rainsford via The Keyword

New York City educators and industry leaders gathered at Google’s offices to shape the future of AI in classrooms.

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Google, the New York Jobs CEO Council and Urban Assembly hosted an AI summit for 150 education and industry leaders. by via The Keyword

Gemini Spark updates: macOS launch, connected apps and more

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The latest Gemini Spark updates brings Spark to the macOS app, connects with your favorite apps and tracks topics in real time. by Adam CoimbraGemini app via The Keyword

Read our 11th annual Environmental Report

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Today, we’re releasing our 11th Environmental Report, which provides a holistic view of our 2025 sustainability performance. by Kate Brandt via The Keyword

Start building with Nano Banana 2 Lite and Gemini Omni Flash

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Scale your ideas with Nano Banana 2 Lite, our fastest, most cost-efficient Gemini Image model, and Gemini Omni Flash for high-quality video and conversational editing. by Alisa FortinGoogle DeepMind via The Keyword

Unlocking Britain’s next era of productivity: Building a nation of AI trailblazers

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Google UK shares its latest Economic Impact Report and how to enable more people to unlock the benefits of AI-powered technologies. by Kate AlessiGoogle UK & Ireland via The Keyword

The Gemini app is bringing personalized image creation to more users.

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Personal Intelligence makes the Gemini app feel tailored to you. With your permission, it pulls from Google tools like Gmail, Google Photos, YouTube and Search to provid… by David SharonGemini Apps via The Keyword

Gemini can now take notes in Google Meet for Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers.

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Google Meet's "Take notes for me" feature is available to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in select languages. by via The Keyword

Ask an AI expert: What exactly is the full stack?

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A Google expert explains what it means to take a full-stack approach to AI and why it’s been the foundation of our AI work for so long. by Molly McHugh-Johnson via The Keyword

Unlock deeper insights for YouTube brand campaigns.

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New features will help prove how YouTube brand campaigns are driving the results advertisers care about. by via The Keyword

Here's how Gemini can help you avoid jetlag.

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If you’ve got a faraway trip coming up, the Gemini app can help you avoid jetlag so you can make the most of your visit.Once you’ve given Gemini permission to access you… by via The Keyword

5 ways Google parents are using Gemini

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How Gemini helps with homework, meal planning and more, so parents have time to focus on the good stuff. by Chaim Gartenberg via The Keyword

Try these 3 Google AI tools to help find your next job.

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Job hunting can be a slog. But with a few Google AI tools, you can simplify the process from start to finish.Career Dreamer: The first step in landing a job is finding o… by Lindsey LanquistThe Keyword via The Keyword

Supporting students with connected AI tools for more personalized learning

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Announcing connected AI tools for students, including study notebooks and no-cost practice ACT and GRE tests. by Akshay Kirtikar via The Keyword

100 new ways to make your day easier with Gemini for Home voice assistant

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Discover voice commands to manage your household. Simplify your morning, mid-day, and evening routines with this handy guide. by Mark Alexander via The Keyword

Google Play updates let U.K. developers do more and pay less.

We’re pleased to share that the UK will be one of the first markets to benefit from updates to Google Play’s business model, bringing lower fees and more choice to devel… by via The Keyword

Read our white paper on a pragmatic approach to AI governance in America.

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The debate over AI governance is stuck in a false choice between over-regulation and no regulation. There is a middle way: A pragmatic, evidence-based approach that reco… by Kent Walker via The Keyword

Introducing computer use in Gemini 3.5 Flash

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A look at the built-in computer use tool in Gemini 3.5 Flash. by Mateo QuirosGoogle DeepMind via The Keyword

Google Wallet makes TSA PreCheck Touchless ID available for more travelers

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Google Wallet is the first digital wallet partnering with the TSA to help more travelers move through airport security with TSA PreCheck Touchless ID. by Atri ChandramouliGoogle Wallet via The Keyword

Towards a world where no one is surprised by a natural disaster

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An overview of Google’s ongoing crisis resilience efforts and mission, shared at the AI for the Planet event. by Yossi Matias via The Keyword

Cannes Lions 2026: Strengthen creative campaigns with new tools from YouTube

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YouTube announces new insights tools to support creator partnerships and strengthen ad campaigns at Cannes Lions 2026. by Romana Pawar via The Keyword

Expanding financial advertiser verification across Europe

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Google is expanding its mandatory financial advertiser verification program across the EU to help people find services they can trust. by Keerat SharmaAds Privacy and Safety via The Keyword

Explore Colonial Williamsburg with Google Arts & Culture

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To celebrate America’s 250th birthday, a new digital hub showcases colonial life in 18th-century Virginia. by Kent WalkerGoogle & Alphabet via The Keyword

Interactions API: our primary interface for Gemini models and agents

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Google’s Interactions API is a unified interface for interacting with Gemini models and agents. by Ali ÇevikGoogle DeepMind via The Keyword

NotebookLM is transforming student success at FSU

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See how Florida State University is putting NotebookLM into the hands of students. by Jonathan FouzardFlorida State University via The Keyword

Google DeepMind and A24 announce first-of-its-kind research partnership

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Today, Google DeepMind and A24 are announcing a first-of-its-kind partnership focused on research. The collaboration pairs a world-leading research lab with the industry… by Eli Collins via The Keyword

Street View opens a new window into Georgia

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Georgia Street View imagery is now available on Google Maps. by Cynthia Wei via The Keyword

Drive with “Minions & Monsters” on Waze.

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Ready to inject some joy and mischief into your summer commute? Waze is bringing the world’s favorite cheerful troublemakers back to the passenger seat, just in time for… by Waze via The Keyword

Introducing Ask Ad Manager, the AI agent that will help you get more done

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Our AI agent, built with Gemini, helps publishers get deeper insights, understand their performance and make better decisions faster. by Peentoo Patel via The Keyword

Splash Canvas: Create abstract art (with an attitude)

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Splash Canvas lets you create abstract art using unconventional, highly opinionated sea creatures. by Amit SoodGoogle Arts & Culture via The Keyword

Check out what's new in Android 17

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Explore the latest features in Android 17, including enhanced productivity, gaming and security. by Seang Chau via The Keyword

June Pixel Drop: New features for creators, Gemini upgrades and more

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Get new screen recording feature, text-to-video tools with Gemini Omni, and better multitasking on your Pixel devices. by Mayra Fajardo via The Keyword

3 ways Book insights helps you get more from your reading

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Get more out of your book with Book insights, a helpful reading companion in Google Play Books. by Vitaliy DikkerGoogle Play Books via The Keyword

Google Fitbit Air is now HSA/FSA eligible in the U.S.

U.S. customers can use pre-tax HSA and FSA funds to buy the Google Fitbit Air to monitor daily health and wellness routines. by via The Keyword

We’re strengthening our presence in Alabama through new investments and community support.

Google has announced a $1.5 billion investment for 2026 and 2027 to expand its data center campus in Jackson County, Alabama. Operating since 2019 on a repurposed former… by via The Keyword

Read Sundar Pichai’s 2026 Commencement Address at Stanford University

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Read a transcript of Sundar Pichai’s commencement speech at Stanford University. by Sundar Pichai via The Keyword

How we're combatting AI scams with security, legislation and more

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Learn how Google is fighting scammers on all fronts with industry-leading security, lawsuits and law enforcement and industry partners. by Halimah DeLaine Prado via The Keyword

Our new community investments in Virginia support local jobs and expand energy affordability.

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We’re helping build the state’s next-generation workforce and investing in energy programs. by via The Keyword

Enhanced Local Services Ads for Home Listings bring homebuyers and local agents together.

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When buyers search for homes, they get critical property details — and they can contact an agent right from the ad. by via The Keyword

We’re bringing Walmart Connect to Display & Video 360.

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The new partnership will help brands reach high-intent shoppers through YouTube campaigns and measure their results. by Courtney RoseRetail at Google via The Keyword

Step inside 50 new digital exhibitions from Africa on Google Arts & Culture

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Google Arts & Culture is utilizing its latest preservation technology, including Art Cameras and immersive Pocket Galleries, to make 50 new digital exhibitions from eigh… by Simon ReinGoogle Arts & Culture via The Keyword

The Future Report: UK Teen Research Launch

Google's 2026 report, created with youth consultancy Livity, explores how teens across the UK navigate the digital world, from using AI to seeking balance online. by via The Keyword

Helping students and parents prepare for the final exams period

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Five ways students can use Google and YouTube AI tools to study effectively and finish the school year strong. by Colin Marson via The Keyword

See what 3 builders are making with Gemma 4

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Here’s how three creators are building with Gemma 4, our latest and most advanced family of generative AI open models. by Amy Eisinger via The Keyword

We've teamed up with American Airlines to reduce nearly 300,000 tons of CO2.

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Google and American Airlines signed a multi-year sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) agreement. by Jenna StaufferClimate Operations via The Keyword

Powering the future of robotics in Europe

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Google DeepMind Accelerator selects 15 robotics companies from across Europe to join the program. Providing 3 months of intensive mentorship and technical support, enabl… by Carolina ParadaGoogle DeepMind via The Keyword

Bringing the latest Gemini models to Apple developers

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Apple developers can now securely call cloud-hosted Gemini models using the Foundation Models framework, and access Gemini in Xcode. by Nicholas McNamara via The Keyword

What's trending on Search during the 2026 NBA Finals

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Explore Google Trends Data on the 2026 NBA Finals featuring the San Antonio Spurs vs. the New York Knicks. by Megan Stoner via The Keyword

Do better research with NotebookLM

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NotebookLM’s latest upgrades deliver new agentic capabilities and more advanced reasoning to tackle complex research projects. by Trond WuellnerNotebookLM via The Keyword

Our latest fraud and scams advisory

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An overview from Google’s Trust & Safety teams on the most recent online scam trends. by Laurie Richardson via The Keyword

4 ways to keep up with the FIFA World Cup 2026™

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Google tools — like Maps, Gemini and AI Mode in Search — can help guide you from the first whistle to the final goal. by Keyword Team via The Keyword

Gemma 4 QAT models: Optimizing model compression for mobile and laptop efficiency

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We’re releasing Gemma 4 quantization-aware training checkpoints, reducing memory requirements and improving on-device performance. by Olivier LacombeGoogle Deepmind via The Keyword

The latest AI news we announced in May 2026

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Here are Google’s latest AI updates from May 2026 by The Keyword Team via The Keyword