In March last year, Google removed its currency converter widget when users searched for the Malaysian Ringgit (MYR due to a wrong USD to MYR conversion controversy, which led to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) reprimanding the tech giant. Google then disabled the widget to address technical issues, and it has been gone until today, when the feature makes an unexpected return.

Google has officially rolled out video generation features to its Gemini platform thanks to the Veo 2 model, so you can create AI-generated videos directly from text prompts. This update is now live for users subscribed to Gemini Advanced and Google One AI Premium (which starts from RM97.99), including those in Malaysia. 

At the recent Google Cloud Next 25, Google Cloud expanded its Vertex AI platform with new generative media capabilities. The update includes the addition of Lyria, a text-to-music model, joining existing video, image, and speech generation tools. This expansion aims to provide enterprises with a comprehensive suite of generative media features.

After the previous ‘AI at Work’ initiative back in December 2024, Malaysia’s Ministry of Digital and Google Malaysia announced their 2nd phase for Malaysia’s public officers. Aimed at boosting overall productivity by helping to summarize documents and streamline workflows, the 2nd phase of the initiative will see the implementation of Google Workspaces with Gemini for public officers.

Google has announced the integration of its generative AI (gen AI) Gemini tools into Google Workspace Business and Enterprise plans. These capabilities are included without additional add-ons, aiming to make AI accessible for businesses of all sizes. The updated pricing begins at RM58.40 per user per month, effective immediately for new customers. Existing customers will see changes on 17 March 2025, or at their plan renewal.

In line with various announcements related to new devices, now Google has also officially launched Google Store access for users in Malaysia. Through it, users are not yet able to make purchases, instead, it is currently focusing on showing the range of Google devices and products under the Pixel brand for the Malaysian market.

Today, Google for Startups has announced the launch of AI Academy. According to Google Malaysia, the program was designed to support and accelerate the growth of AI startups across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region including Malaysia.

Previously, we mentioned how Google aborted its plans to end third-party cookie support. Now, the tech giant has introduced a new feature that might please you. So, what should you know about it?

Today, Google Malaysia announced the Advertising Revenue Lab, a program designed to help small and medium-sized digital news publishing companies expand their reach. For your information, It is part of the Google News Initiative (GNI) programs that work with various publishing companies to improve their advertising capabilities and business models.

Google previously announced the end of Google Podcasts on June 23 2024. But, it can still be accessed and used to listen to podcasts after that date. However, Google finally chose to completely end access to the application in Malaysia. So, what should you know about it?