Google has launched Firebase Studio, a cloud-based platform for quickly creating full-stack AI applications. It combines Gemini AI with Firebase services for prototyping, building, testing, and deploying apps. Features include rapid prototyping, AI-powered iterations, seamless code integration, instant device previews, and real-time collaboration. Firebase Studio aims to facilitate faster, more innovative app development and is currently available in preview mode.

Identity Theft Surges as Criminals Deploy Advanced Tactics to Steal Personal Data
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