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Google pulling Nano Banana from Google Earth after one day shows how bad our AI misinformation problem has got

We're now well past the point where it's very difficult, and in some cases impossible, to tell AI-generated photos and videos from the real thing. That means it's now important to treat everything you see online from untrusted sources with a big dose of skepticism.

A newly rolled out Google Earth feature has apparently made AI-generated misinformation even more of a problem — and it highlights the scary potential of the technology, as well as the need for stronger guardrails to block the efforts of those who will instantly try and find the most subversive and harmful ways to use a new product.

The feature is AI image generation in Google Earth, powered by the Nano Banana 2 model, and after a wave of inappropriate images were created and posted online, it's now been pulled while Google works on some more robust protections against misinformation.

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The Best Kids’ Backpacks for the 2026 School Year

Featured in this article All products featured on WIRED are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Learn more. As an adult gear tester, I have one major problem with looking for the best kids’ backpacks:

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UK tests robot boat that can fly its own wired drone even in 14ft waves and stay at sea for weeks

* Robot boat launches drone without crew during challenging ocean demonstrations * Pioneer vessel survives rough seas while supporting airborne surveillance operations * Tethered SkyRanger drone provides continuous monitoring from unmanned ships A robotic boat has launched and recovered its own drone off the deck, without a single crew member aboard either vehicle.

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My favorite MacBook accessory gives my keyboard a simple but useful upgrade for cheap

Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. I work from home, and have a serious habit of snacking and typing. I suppose it comes with the territory of working as ZDNET's deals and shopping editor, but the fast-paced nature of my day-to-day activities is a

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Is It Possible to Make Smart Glasses That Aren’t Creepy?

Face computers are on the upswing, as companies, massive and tiny, are all vying for nuggets in the smart-glasses gold rush. That also means the industry is garnering its fair share of criticism, mostly focusing on the fact that creeps can abuse camera-equipped smart glasses to capture photos and videos

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