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At Google Cloud Next 2025, Google unveiled the Agent Development Kit (ADK)—an open-source framework designed to simplify the creation of intelligent, multi-agent systems. ADK empowers developers to build, evaluate, and deploy AI agents capable of reasoning, planning, and collaborating across various tasks and environments. Key Features of ADK 1. Multi-Agent Architecture ADK allows for the construction of modular applications by composing multiple specialized agents in a hierarchy, enabling complex coordination and delegation.  2. Flexible Model Integration Developers can choose from a variety of models, including Google’s Gemini, as well as models accessible via Vertex AI Model Garden. ADK also supports integration with third-party providers like Anthropic, Meta, Mistral AI, and AI21 Labs through LiteLLM.  3. Rich Tool Ecosystem Agents can be equipped with diverse capabilities using pre-built tools (e.g., Search,…

Umbrel, renowned for its user-friendly self-hosting platform, has unveiled its first hardware product: the Umbrel Home. This compact personal server is designed to bring the power of self-hosting to a broader audience, offering a plug-and-play experience that simplifies the process of running a home server. A Seamless Self-Hosting Experience The Umbrel Home comes pre-installed with umbrelOS, Umbrel’s proprietary operating system that provides a sleek interface for managing a variety of self-hosted applications. Users can easily install and manage apps like Nextcloud for file storage, Home Assistant for smart home control, and Bitcoin Node for cryptocurrency enthusiasts, all through an integrated app store. Design and Specifications While specific hardware details are limited, Umbrel emphasizes the device’s compact form factor and premium build quality. The design aims to offer a balance between…