Google Unveils Nano Banana Pro as Its Next Major Image Generation Model

Google's new Antigravity IDE has ignited a debate among developers regarding its classification as a fork of Visual Studio Code. Discussions center on the necessity of another fork, its implications for the VS Code ecosystem, and how issues like open source reuse, lock-in, and fragmentation should be navigated in AI-focused development tools.

Google's AI infrastructure chief has informed employees that the company must increase its capacity by a thousandfold over the next five years to meet the growing demand for artificial intelligence. This ambitious goal reflects the company's commitment to scaling its AI capabilities significantly.

The judge overseeing the US Justice Department’s antitrust case regarding Google's advertising technology expressed concerns about the duration of a potential forced sale of the company's advertising exchange and the ability to identify suitable buyers.

A judge has questioned lawyers about the feasibility of breaking up Google during closing arguments aimed at addressing the company's dominance in online advertising. Judge Brinkema's ruling could significantly alter Google's business model as the tech giant strives to enhance its artificial intelligence capabilities and integrate them into its product offerings.

Google has launched its latest image-generation model, Nano Banana Pro, which enhances the quality of AI-generated images. This model, powered by the Gemini 3 Pro, is designed to produce sharper, cleaner, and more realistic visuals. Users can access this advanced tool through the Gemini mobile app, marking a significant step forward in Google's generative AI capabilities.

Google is currently testing advertisements within its AI Mode, a feature designed to enhance user interaction through artificial intelligence. This development indicates a strategic move by Google to integrate advertising into its AI functionalities, potentially reshaping how users engage with the platform.

Google has launched the Nano Banana Pro, an advanced image generation model designed for enterprises. This model features localized editing, adjustable camera angles, and the capability to work with legible text, streamlining various creative processes from prototyping to infographic design.

Google has confirmed that hackers have stolen Salesforce-stored data from over 200 companies through a significant supply chain hack involving Gainsight, a customer support platform. This breach raises serious concerns about data security and the integrity of third-party services connected to Salesforce.