Google Maps is integrating Gemini models to enhance navigation and exploration through a conversational interface. The new Ask Maps feature allows users to pose complex questions about locations, transforming traditional map interactions.

Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite is the fastest and most cost-efficient model in the Gemini 3 series, designed for high-volume developer workloads. It is available in preview to developers via the Gemini API in Google AI Studio and for enterprises through Vertex AI, priced at $0.25 per 1 million input tokens.

Gemini CLI users faced account disruptions due to Antigravity bans aimed at violations of the Antigravity Terms of Service. These bans, which targeted the use of third-party tools or proxies, inadvertently blocked access to Gemini CLI as well.

Google API keys, previously considered non-sensitive, can now be used by Gemini to access private user data. A scan of millions of websites revealed nearly 3,000 Google API keys that were originally deployed for public services.

Gemini 3.1 Pro is the latest model in the Gemini 3 series, featuring advanced multimodal reasoning capabilities. Model cards provide essential information about the models, including limitations, mitigation strategies, and safety performance, and may be updated to reflect improvements.

Gemini 3.1 Pro is a major update to the Gemini 3 Deep Think model, designed to address challenges in science, research, and engineering. The upgrade is being rolled out across consumer and developer products to enhance everyday applications with improved intelligence.