Google DeepMind and Google Research have open sourced the WeatherNext 2 and WeatherNext Cyclones AI models, which achieved state-of-the-art accuracy in predicting tropical cyclone tracks, intensity, and wind structure. Published in Nature, the work demonstrates that these models provide forecasters with an extra day of predictive accuracy compared to prior systems.
Google has introduced Gemini Robotics 2, an intelligence layer designed to provide adaptable robots with intelligent whole-body control, advanced dexterity, and the ability to collaborate in teams. This update expands physical AI capabilities beyond narrow, repetitive tasks by enabling robots to reason through movements and adapt to new bodies quickly.
Google has introduced three new models in its Flash series: Gemini 3.6 Flash, 3.5 Flash-Lite, and 3.5 Flash Cyber, designed to improve token efficiency, latency, and reliability for production AI agents.
Google has introduced three new models in its Gemini series: Gemini 3.6 Flash, 3.5 Flash-Lite, and 3.5 Flash Cyber, designed to improve token efficiency, latency, and reliability for production AI agents.
Google has launched Gemini Robotics ER 2, a new embodied reasoning model designed to help robots think fast and plan multi-step tasks in real-time. The update introduces significant upgrades over the previous ER 1.6 version, including continuous video-based progress tracking, precision moment-finding, and native multi-robot collaboration capabilities.
Google has launched its newest music generation model, Lyria 3.5, within Google Flow Music to help users create richer tracks with greater creative control.
Google has introduced Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber, a lightweight cybersecurity model built on top of the 3.5 Flash architecture and fine-tuned to find, validate, and patch software vulnerabilities more efficiently than mainline Flash models.
Google has rolled out two new updates to Google Vids: the integration of Gemini Omni for text-based video generation and editing, and a feature allowing users to create personal digital avatars. These tools aim to simplify video creation by enabling users to generate clips from natural language prompts and image references, as well as star in videos without physical recording.
Google DeepMind and Isomorphic Labs have outlined their joint strategy to enhance global biosecurity by leveraging AI to prevent misuse, detect outbreaks, and respond to biological threats. The companies emphasize the need for frontier AI models to help society build resilience against future pandemics and safety risks.
To mark its 25th anniversary, Google is launching a redesigned, browseable home for Google Images alongside new image generation capabilities within AI Overviews.
Google DeepMind has launched a live pilot of ATL Saathi, a Gemini-powered web application designed to support educators in India's Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL). The tool aims to transform these labs into AI-augmented discovery environments by providing 24/7 planning and training assistance grounded in national curriculum standards.
Google and Kaggle collaborated on the "5-Day AI Agents: Intensive Vibe Coding Course," which attracted over 353,000 registered participants. The free, multimodal course focused on teaching developers to program through natural language and deploy production-grade AI agents in the cloud.
Google released several AI updates in July 2026, including new Gemini models for developers, a music generation model, and satellite technology for wildfire detection.
Google has updated the Gemini Interactions API's Managed Agents to include environment hooks, explicit model selection, and free tier access. These capabilities build on previous releases introducing background tasks and remote MCP server integration.
At Galaxy Unpacked 2026, Google announced three updates for the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, and Flip8, centering on the rollout of Gemini Intelligence. The company is expanding its task automation capabilities to support over 40 popular apps and introducing the Gemini Notebook app directly to these devices.
Google DeepMind and Google Cloud are committing $40 million in AI tokens and cloud credits to support the Department of Energy's Genesis Mission, aiming to double the pace of American scientific discovery within a decade. This expanded commitment provides DOE awardees with in-kind access to frontier AI tools, including AlphaFold 3 and AlphaEvolve, alongside Gemini for Government seats for tens of thousands of users across national laboratories.
Google is rolling out the ability to connect third-party applications directly within the Gemini app's AI Mode, starting this week in the U.S. This update allows users to securely link services like Instacart, Canva, and YouTube Music to streamline tasks such as grocery shopping, design, and music curation.
Google has open-sourced its WeatherNext 2 and WeatherNext Cyclones AI models to improve cyclone forecasting accuracy. The models achieve state-of-the-art results in predicting track, intensity, and wind structure, providing forecasters with an average of one extra day of predictive accuracy compared to current methods.
Senior Google DeepMind engineers Jeff Dean, Sanjay Ghemawat, Oriol Vinyals, and Quoc Le are leaving to cofound a new autoresearch startup called Discovery Loop. Concurrently, Demis Hassabis is stepping down as CEO to become Chair of Google DeepMind and Chief Scientist at Alphabet, while Koray Kavukcuoglu takes over as SVP.
Google DeepMind has released Gemini Robotics 2, an intelligence layer comprising three models designed to enable whole-body control, five-finger dexterity, and multi-robot collaboration. The release includes a Vision-Language-Action (VLA) model, an embodied reasoning VLM, and an on-device VLA, moving beyond previous table-top manipulation capabilities.