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Google Maps introduces its biggest update in a decade with "Ask Maps," a Gemini-powered conversational AI feature, and "Immersive Navigation," which delivers photorealistic 3D turn-by-turn directions. This overhaul allows users to pose complex queries and experience a more visually intuitive journey, rolling out initially in the US and India.

Google Maps is rolling out significant updates, including the Gemini-powered 'Ask Maps' for natural language queries and a redesigned 'Immersive Navigation' with 3D views and enhanced driver assistance. These features promise a more intuitive and personalized mapping experience, leveraging advanced AI to transform trip planning and real-time guidance.

The Strait of Hormuz is facing a critical surge in GPS and AIS jamming and spoofing attacks, affecting over 1,100 ships since the US-Israeli conflict with Iran began on February 28. These disruptions are creating severe navigation risks, with vessels appearing inland or at sensitive locations, and have prompted warnings of imminent physical and electronic attacks.

South Korea has conditionally approved Google to export high-precision geographic information, finally enabling full Google Maps services like real-time navigation. This decision reverses a decade-long restriction based on national security concerns, opening the door for tourists and residents to use comprehensive Google Maps while introducing strict data security protocols. Seoul aims to boost tourism and strengthen its domestic geospatial industry, despite potential ripples in the local map market.

Smarsh, a provider for regulated industries, deployed "Archie," an AI-driven support agent, achieving 59% self-service adoption. Built on Salesforce's Agentforce 360 Platform, Archie serves as an intelligent "front door" for customer support, simplifying navigation and ensuring compliance through meticulous data preparation and regulatory approvals.