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 ...
CSO Online

‘Silent’ Google API key change exposed Gemini AI data

API key exploitation is more than hypothetical. In a different context, a student who reportedly exposed a GCP API key on GitHub last June was left nursing a $55,444 bill (later waived by Google) ...
The Economist

Google Maps makes another pitch for better South Korean data

This month Google submitted yet another bid to receive higher-quality map data. This time the South Korean government has to navigate trickier terrain. As part of an investment deal agreed with ...
Search Engine Land

Google Ads API update cracks open Performance Max by channel

As part of the v23 Ads API launch, Performance Max campaigns can now be reported by channel, including Search, YouTube, Display, Discover, Gmail, Maps, and Search Partners. Previously, performance ...
9to5Google

Google Search, Maps, and AI modes can book services through Wix websites

Wix today announced a partnership with Google that will see Wix websites get native bookings through Google Search, Maps, ...
TechRepublic

Google Maps Tests Gemini Chat to Modernize Location Editing

Android Authority spotted code for a chat-style “Suggest an edit” in Google Maps, letting users submit listing fixes in plain language for review. Generated with Google Gemini. Google Maps could soon ...
9to5google

Google Maps reportedly prepping car icon and color picker for Android Auto

The new Google Maps custom car icons have been available for a year, and more recently, the existence of custom icons in the Android Auto build. A new APK teardown report alleges that Google is ...
autoevolution

Google Maps Icon Bug Plagues Android Auto, This Is the Only Workaround

It's not just you. Definitely not. If the car icon has gone missing in Google Maps when you use navigation on Android Auto, you'd better not waste your time with all the generic fixes. Only a simple ...
Android Police

Google Maps may bring Gemini to the last place you expected

Chethan is a reporter at Android Police, focusing on the weekend news coverage for the site. He has covered tech for over a decade with multiple publications, including the likes of Times Internet, ...
Android

Google Maps May Let Drivers Change Their Avatar Icon Directly in Android Auto

Google Maps may soon allow drivers to change their Driving Avatar Icon directly within Android Auto. A code found in version 16.2 suggests upcoming customization support. If true, this could reduce ...
Lifehacker

Car Icons Are Disappearing From Google Maps in Android Auto (but You Might Be Able to Fix It)

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. February ...