Google I/O Connect: Gemini 25 Flash Now Supports On-Shore Processing in India
Google Supercharges Indian Developers with AI and Mapping Innovation
At I/O Connect, Google unleashed a wave of cuttingedge AI and geospatial tools designed to empower Indian developers. Headlining the announcement: Gemini 1.5 Flash, Google’s lightningfast generative AI model, is now accessible through local data centers, promising blazingfast performance.
But the innovation doesn’t stop there. Google is deepening its integration with Google Maps through Vertex AI, enabling developers to ground their AI applications in rich geospatial data. Imagine AI solutions that understand and interact with the real world like never before.
Further sweetening the deal, Google is rolling out AIpowered summaries within its Places API, providing concise and insightful information about locations across India. Plus, new Indiaspecific pricing for the Maps Places UI Kit ensures these powerful tools are accessible to a wider range of developers, fostering innovation from the ground up. India’s tech scene just got a major boost.
Gemini 2.5 Flash Now Available for On-Shore Processing in India
Bengaluru’s I/O Connect witnessed Google unleashing Gemini 2.5 Flash on India, injecting lightning-fast AI processing into the nation’s Google Cloud. Forget sluggish workflows; Indian businesses can now tap into Gemini 2.5 Flash through Single Zone Provisioned Throughput, specifically within Indian Google Cloud regions. Google envisions a revolution, empowering sectors like healthcare to diagnose faster, finance to predict smarter, and the public sector to serve more efficiently, all fueled by this AI powerhouse.
Imagine unlocking the full potential of AI with pinpoint accuracy. Google is supercharging Vertex AI with a deeper connection to Google Maps, bringing a world of location-specific intelligence directly to your fingertips. Forget generic results; developers building the next generation of logistics, travel, and local experiences can now tap into a treasure trove of data covering over 250 million places worldwide. Prepare for LLMs that truly understand the here and now.

Google’s Places API just got a whole lot smarter in India! Imagine apps that whisper local secrets, thanks to Gemini-powered AI. Developers can now weave concise location summaries into their creations, offering users instant insights and saving precious time. Think of it: tapping into the pulse of India, one pinpoint at a time.
Good news for Indian developers! Level up your apps with location-based magic using Google Maps Places UI Kit, now featuring India-specific pricing. Build immersive, geo-powered experiences without breaking the bank. Unlock the potential of Google Maps Places and watch your user engagement soar.
Body:Forget generic forecasts! Google Maps developers in the country can now tap into cuttingedge, AIpowered weather predictions. Google’s Advanced AI Weather Forecasting models are live, pumping hyperlocal weather data directly into the Google Maps Weather API. What does this mean? Think pinpoint accuracy for logistics, smarter decisions for ecommerce, and smoother rides for mobility platforms. Prepare for a forecast revolution!
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