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Details
- Google launched multimodal search in AI Mode, fusing Lens’s visual recognition with Gemini to deliver more comprehensive answers.
- At Cloud Next 25, Google introduced the Ironwood TPU, its 7th-generation custom AI chip, along with Agent2Agent (A2A)—a new protocol enabling collaboration between third-party AI services.
- The company offered U.S. college students free access to Gemini Advanced, NotebookLM Plus, and additional cloud storage through spring 2026.
- Developers now have expanded access to Gemini 2.5 Pro and can experiment with 2.5 Flash via Google AI Studio and Vertex AI platforms.
- Real-world AI initiatives included a partnership with PJM Interconnection and Tapestry for electric grid optimization, and DolphinGemma with Georgia Tech to advance marine biology research.
Impact
Google’s latest moves strengthen its position against rivals like NVIDIA and Microsoft by advancing AI chip technology and opening developer tools. The student program aims to foster early adoption among future professionals. Collaborative AI deployments in critical sectors highlight Google’s effort to translate cutting-edge research into practical, societal benefits while experimental cybersecurity solutions reflect its push for broader AI trust and safeguards.
