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MODELSGoogle Teases New Gemini Flash Text-to-Speech Models
An announcement attributed to a Google figure claims new Gemini Flash and Flash-Lite TTS models with thousands of voices, cloning, and broad language support, though the news comes solely from a social post so far.
MODELSGoogle Debuts Gemini 3.8 Live Audio Models
Google has introduced two new real-time voice models, Gemini 3.8 Live and a heavier 'Extended Thinking' variant, promising top-tier performance at competitive pricing along with broad multilingual support.
TOOLSGoogle Flow's Free-Credit Gold Rush: What Indie Filmmakers Need to Know
Google Flow is currently handing out generous free daily AI video credits — enough to cover a full short film if you pace it out — but the paid tiers run $5–$200/month depending on volume and quality, and there's no guarantee the free allowance sticks around.
BUSINESSGoogle Pitches AI Licensing Deals to Studios Suing Over AI
Even as major studios pursue legal action against AI companies over unauthorized use of their content, Google is reportedly approaching Disney, Universal, and Warner Bros. Discovery about licensing their intellectual property for its AI tools.