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Small Business Tech
Changes to the tools small businesses run on, like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, payments and websites, plus practical ways to get more done with less.
Customize Gemini Hub Lets Small Teams Tailor AI Responses and Connect Apps
Google has added a centralized Customize hub to Gemini, making it easy for small businesses to add skills, connect apps, and manage permissions from one place.
Google Chat meeting recaps add notes, recordings, and action items
Google is adding meeting recaps into Chat that include summaries, direct links to notes and recordings, key decisions, and assigned action items when 'Take notes for me' is used.
Google Workspace updates: post‑quantum Meet, CSE previews, and Gemini tools
Google’s Workspace blog lists new security and AI features, including post-quantum cryptography for Meet calls, in-browser previews for encrypted Drive files, and Gemini-powered meeting tools.
CSE file preview lands in Google Drive for PDFs and images
Google Drive now shows client-side encrypted PDFs and images inside the browser, removing the need to download encrypted files. The feature is on by default and has no admin control, according to Google.
Windows October update patches 1,400+ security bugs, including two zero days
Microsoft’s October Windows update addresses roughly 1,410 vulnerabilities, fixes File Explorer and Bluetooth issues, and includes two zero-day fixes; install the update and move off retiring versions.
Google Meet Adds Post‑Quantum Encryption for All Calls
Google Meet has begun encrypting every call with post‑quantum cryptography on web and room devices, with mobile support slated for later. The change is automatic and requires no action from admins or users.
Microsoft 365 storage shrinkflation hits families and small businesses
Microsoft is moving Family, Premium and Pro plans to a shared OneDrive pool that is far smaller than before, and it may push users to pay extra for storage or AI credits.
Trello for Google Workspace adds Chat-to-card creation
Google's Trello for Google Workspace lets you turn Google Chat messages and email into Trello cards without switching tabs, and admins can deploy it for users.
ChatGPT malware scam uses fake ads to install Windows malware
A new scam disguises itself as a ChatGPT page, tricks users into running a PowerShell command, and drops malware on Windows computers.
Google Meet and Teams now work together on Android hardware
Google has made it generally available for Android (AOSP) Meet and Teams rooms to join each other's meetings, a move that can smooth collaboration for small teams.
Google Docs API comments: programmatic support added
Google’s latest Workspace update lets developers add, read and reply to comments and suggestions through the Docs, Sheets, and Slides APIs, opening new options for automated document review.