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4 updates · 2 appsJune 30, 2026

Gemini: Personalized AI image generation is now free for US users

Gemini made its personalized image creation free and expanded its smart features to more countries.

Gemini

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Expanded summary · Gemini

You can now create personalized AI images for free if you're in the US.

Google initially rolled out the Personal Intelligence feature earlier this year, making it widely available to all U.S. users in March. Additionally, last month, Google announced several upcoming updates for the Gemini app, including a new “Daily Brief” feature, a revamped interface, access to AI video model Gemini Omni, and a personal AI agent named Gemini Spark.

The 'Personal Intelligence' feature, which helps Gemini access your apps, is now available in India and Japan.

Original reportingGemini's personalized AI image generation is now free for US usersRead original

ChatGPT

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Expanded summary · ChatGPT

The effort, which was managed by Meta contractor Covalen, was active as recently as April 21.

Known internally as Cannes, it targeted OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Character.AI.

WIRED also reviewed a spreadsheet of 3,748 prompts sent by the contractors.

Original reportingMeta Contractors Posed as Teens to Prompt Rival Chatbots About Suicide, Sex, and DrugsRead original

Expanded summary · ChatGPT

WIRED also reviewed a spreadsheet of 3,748 prompts sent by the contractors. Hundreds focused on suicide and self-harm, while hundreds more discussed eating disorders.

The effort, which was managed by Meta contractor Covalen , was active as recently as April 21.

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Expanded summary · ChatGPT

In a statement, Meta defended the work as routine safety testing.

The effort, which was managed by Meta contractor Covalen , was active as recently as April 21.

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Additional sourcesTechCrunch