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ZDNET’s key takeaways * Google reveals its first fan-favorite dining list. * The list compiles trends among Maps in 10 cities. * Google also highlights deeper Gemini integration with Maps. Google continues to update Google Maps for uses beyond simple navigation, with AI-powered features that help you find places to eat and
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ZDNET’s key takeaways * The new Surface Laptop Ultra launches Oct. 18. * It’s thoughtfully designed but very pricey. * The Ultra marks a shift in where PCs are headed. Microsoft announced a launch date for its new Surface Laptop Ultra: October 18th, with a starting price of $2,599 for
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This summer has reminded us that climate change is no longer a distant scenario for Europe’s energy system. Heatwaves brought dangerous temperatures, public health warnings, and renewed pressure on critical infrastructure, as well as raging wildfires across several countries that broke out much earlier than in previous years. The
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Thomas Kurian CEO, Google Cloud Editor’s note: This article is adapted from Thomas Kurian’s keynote address at Gemini at Work 2026. It includes a number of announcements: * Gemini, a single, universal agent for work that answers your questions, handles your knowledge work, creates your images and media, and
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Public research universities solve some of society’s most urgent challenges, but turning ideas into breakthroughs requires fast, secure access to cutting edge technology. In the agentic AI era institutions have an unprecedented opportunity to harness intelligent systems that can process massive datasets, run complex workflows, and dramatically accelerate the
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Today, we announced the new Gemini agent, your single, universal agent for work. For small and midsize businesses, with lean teams and margins, Gemini will be a critical tool for you to operate efficiently, deliver excellent customer experiences, and grow. Millions of small and midsize businesses, or SMBs, already trust
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In recent decades, Ireland has grown into a vibrant hub for global technology. As modernization accelerates, Irish organizations — spanning government agencies, established enterprise brands, and growing startups in AI and other areas — are all advancing their technical foundations. Today, leaders across the country are injecting agentic AI into every layer
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I always keep an eye on home security myths, news and reports to see what people are talking about. One thing I noticed in particular this year was talk about smart home devices suddenly catching on fire, leading to house fires or outright exploding. “I need to see if this
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Every fall, when the Wan household gathers around for the holidays, I’m often asked three questions: “Should I buy the latest iPhone?” “Should I buy the latest Apple Watch?” and “Should I buy the latest AirPods?” My response is usually very simple: If your current device is holding up,
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Both a virtual private network, or VPN, and an ad blocker are essential parts of your digital privacy toolkit, but they protect you in different ways. A VPN encrypts your internet traffic and hides your public IP address to help protect your online privacy from snoopers such as your internet
