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3 updates · 3 appsJune 30, 2026

Gemini now offers personalized AI image creation for free in the US

Gemini launched a free creative tool, ChatGPT was part of a major safety test, and Claude secured a government partnership.

ChatGPT

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A new report revealed that Meta hired contractors to test chatbots like ChatGPT by pretending to be teens and asking about sensitive topics like suicide and drugs.

The effort, which was managed by Meta contractor Covalen, was active as recently as April 21. Known internally as Cannes, it targeted OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Character.AI.

WIRED also reviewed a spreadsheet of 3,748 prompts sent by the contractors.

Original reportingMeta Contractors Posed as Teens to Prompt Rival Chatbots About Suicide, Sex, and DrugsRead original

Gemini

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You can now create personalized AI images for free in the US, making it easier to get unique pictures.

Google initially rolled out the Personal Intelligence feature earlier this year, making it widely available to all U.S. users in March.

Additionally, last month, Google announced several upcoming updates for the Gemini app, including a new “Daily Brief” feature, a revamped interface, access to AI video model Gemini Omni, and a personal AI agent named Gemini Spark.

Original reportingGemini's personalized AI image generation is now free for US users | TechCrunchRead original

Claude

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California government agencies can now use Claude at half the usual price, helping them use AI more affordably.

Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA) and Anthropic have made a deal that allows California government agencies to use Claude at a discounted price. Under the deal, all state agencies and local governments will have access to Claude, Anthropic’s AI chatbot, as well as training and support from Anthropic.

“AI should not replace the human work of government; it should help our workers move faster, solve problems more effectively, and deliver better results for Californians,” Governor Newsom said in a statement .

Original reportingAnthropic and Gov. Newsom forge deal allowing California government to use Claude at half price | TechCrunchRead original