Google has launched the Gemini 2.5 Flash Image model, now available to developers and enterprises through the Gemini API, Google AI Studio, and Vertex AI. This production-ready tool offers advanced features for image generation and editing, supporting multiple aspect ratios and enabling real-time applications at competitive pricing. Developers are already incorporating it into various creative and educational workflows.

Figma is enhancing its platform by integrating Google's generative AI models, including Gemini 2.5 Flash and Imagen 4, to significantly speed up image generation and editing, achieving a 50% reduction in latency. The integration maintains enterprise governance with opt-out controls for AI content training and ensures image quality with built-in watermarking for provenance. This move aims to streamline design processes while adhering to organizational standards and expectations.

An interview with Google Cloud Platform CEO Thomas Kurian explores his vision for fostering an enterprise culture within the company, emphasizing the importance of customer focus and innovation. Kurian shares insights on the challenges and strategies involved in building a successful cloud platform in a competitive landscape.