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South Korea checks security conditions for Google\'s overseas transfer of map data
South Korea has reviewed Google\'s compliance with security conditions attached to the approved overseas transfer of 1:5,000-scale map data. The government confirmed all requirements were met, including restrictions on displaying domestic latitude and longitude coordinates on Google Maps and Google Earth. Measures also cover handling imagery for military and security facilities, domestic processing of map data, and a 24-hour system to respond to security incidents. Authorities said they will continue monitoring and may suspend or revoke approval for serious non-compliance.
AI & Enterprise
Google\'s \'Nano Banana 2\' faces quality drop complaints in comparisons with ChatGPT
Complaints are spreading among users that Google’s AI image-generation model Nano Banana 2 is producing lower-quality images than before, with posts on Reddit dating back to May. TechRadar reported users said recent outputs look bland and do not improve even with detailed prompts. The outlet ran three scene tests and said ChatGPT’s results generally looked more natural than Gemini’s, though Gemini generated images faster.
Games & Commerce
South Korea grants conditional approval for Google high-precision map data export
South Korea has conditionally approved Google\'s export of 1:5,000 high-precision map data that the company has sought since 2007. The decision followed a meeting of an inter-agency panel led by the transport ministry. Approval is tied to security requirements covering satellite and aerial imagery, Street View, coordinate displays and restricted data scope, with processing on domestic servers and government checks. The decision is linked to U.S.-South Korea tariff talks and may reshape the local map market.