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Google is offering voluntary buyouts to employees in its UK offices, following similar offers made to staff in several US divisions earlier this year. The company confirmed that this initiative aims to support its important work ahead.

Google's Nano Banana Pro combines advanced reasoning with real-time data to redefine AI image generation capabilities. This new model is expected to significantly enhance the realism and intentionality of AI-generated images, marking a pivotal moment in the field.

Google DeepMind has launched the Nano Banana Pro, also known as Gemini 3 Pro Image, which has impressed developers and enterprise AI engineers with its ability to generate high-quality, accurate images from text prompts. This model integrates seamlessly with Google's AI ecosystem, enhancing applications across various platforms. Unlike previous models aimed at casual users, this version targets structured workflows, offering advanced features such as multilingual support and real-time knowledge integration.

The European Union has influenced Apple to adopt new Wi-Fi standards, enabling Android devices to support AirDrop. Google's Pixel 10 is the first Android phone to utilize this feature, allowing seamless file sharing between Android and iOS users.

Google has launched Antigravity, an agent-first integrated development environment (IDE) that utilizes Gemini 3 and other large language models (LLMs). This new IDE enters the competitive landscape of AI-driven development tools, positioning itself alongside Visual Studio Code, with indications suggesting it may be based on a fork of VS Code.

OpenAI has announced the global rollout of group chats in ChatGPT, making the feature available to all logged-in users across Free, Go, Plus, and Pro plans. This follows a successful pilot in select regions, enhancing user interaction and collaboration on the platform.

OpenAI has launched 'ChatGPT for Teachers,' a free version of its AI chatbot specifically designed for verified K-12 teachers in the United States. This initiative aims to provide educators with accessible tools to enhance their teaching methods and engage students more effectively.

OpenAI has announced that its latest model, GPT-5, has shown the capability to enhance scientific research workflows significantly. However, the company cautions that the model cannot independently manage projects or resolve scientific problems without human oversight.