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Kagi has reintroduced its old-school search engine, focusing on human-curated websites. Separately, Google Chrome has released a stable channel update for its desktop version, version 150.0.7871.186/.18.
Google brings Gemini in Chrome to UK users
Google has launched its Gemini AI integration within the Google Chrome browser for users in the UK. This feature brings advanced AI capabilities directly into the web browsing experience.
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Google is integrating its Gemini AI into the bottom bar of Gmail, offering AI-powered inbox features. The article also touches on AI policy developments, such as the Golden Globes establishing rules for AI submissions.
Google brings Gemini in Chrome to users in Australia, Japan, Singapore and South Korea
Google is expanding the availability of its AI chatbot, Gemini, within the Chrome browser to users in Australia, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, and Vietnam. The feature, previously launched in the US, is accessible on desktop Chrome and mobile apps for iPhone and iPad, with integrations for Google services and an in-house image generator.
Chrome Skills let you save your favorite Gemini prompts for easy access
Google is rolling out a new feature called Skills for Gemini in Chrome on desktop, allowing users to save and quickly access their favorite prompts. This update aims to streamline repetitive tasks, such as calculating recipe protein content or comparing product specifications across multiple tabs. The feature is available to users signed into Chrome with their browser language set to US English.
Google starts rolling out Gemini in Chrome to users in Canada, India and New Zealand
Google is expanding the rollout of its Gemini AI features within Google Chrome to users in Canada, India, and New Zealand, with support for 50 additional languages. These features, including image generation and chatbot integration, can be accessed via a sidebar icon and will become available in more countries throughout 2026.