HIGHLIGHTS
- Google celebrated its 10th annual Google for India event.
- A range of new AI features was introduced, tailored for Indian consumers.
- Let’s take a look at the most important announcements from the event.
Google recently celebrated its 10th annual Google for India event, a series dedicated to showcasing the company’s commitment to India and its users. This year’s event highlighted innovations focused on artificial intelligence.
Google for India 2024 Highlights
Gemini Live AI Assistant
Google has introduced Gemini Live, an AI assistant that supports real-time voice conversations in nine Indian languages: Hindi, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, and Urdu. This feature will enable users to communicate with the AI in their preferred language.
AI Overviews in Google Search
AI Overviews in Google Search will help users receive concise, insightful answers to their queries. This feature allows users to quickly find relevant information, complete with links to more in-depth sources. Initially available in English and Hindi, it will soon expand to include Telugu, Tamil, Bengali, and Marathi.
Google Lens to get Video Search
With Google Lens, users can now record videos and ask complex questions about dynamic subjects, making it easier to seek solutions in real time. This feature will be accessible to Search Labs users enrolled in the “AI Overviews and More” experiment.
AI-Enhanced Google Maps
Google Maps is set to introduce new AI features, including AI-powered summaries for restaurant reviews that allow users to quickly grasp key insights. Additionally, real-time weather alerts for conditions such as low visibility and flooding will improve safety for travelers navigating the streets of India.
Enhanced Fraud Protection in Google Play
Google Play Protect’s security capabilities have been enhanced with fraud protection to help keep users safe when installing apps from Internet-sideloading sources, such as web browsers, messaging apps, and file managers. This enhanced protection will analyze and automatically block the installation of apps that may request sensitive permissions often abused for financial fraud.
Financial Inclusion Through Google Pay
Google Pay has introduced AI-driven support guides designed to assist users in navigating credit products, repayment terms, and eligibility criteria. In partnership with Aditya Birla Finance and Muthoot Finance, Google Pay aims to expand access to credit, particularly for underserved populations in rural areas, through offerings like gold-backed loans.
Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) partnership
Google has partnered with the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) to enhance India’s digital health infrastructure. This collaboration facilitates faster app integrations, significantly reducing development time. Furthermore, ABHA health ID cards will soon be accessible through Google Wallet, enabling users to manage their health information securely and conveniently.
