google Google Reflects on a Landmark Year of AI Advancements in 2025 Google looks back at a busy 2025 filled with major AI product launches and updates across Gemini, Search, and Android. The company highlights how these tools are actively helping users in their daily lives.
mistral Mistral Launches Le Chat Mobile Apps to Rival ChatGPT European AI company Mistral releases iOS and Android apps for its Le Chat assistant, aiming directly at competitors like ChatGPT and Claude. The launch accompanies a new $14.99 Pro tier and a major web interface upgrade.
xai xAI Launches Standalone Grok AI App for Android Users xAI releases a dedicated Grok AI application for Android devices, bringing image generation, file analysis, and real-time search to smartphones. The app is currently in a limited testing phase in five countries.
deepseek DeepSeek AI App Claims Top Spot on US Google Play Store Chinese AI lab DeepSeek reaches the number one position on the US Google Play Store, following a similar achievement on the Apple App Store. The rapid rise stems from the release of highly competitive, low-cost open-source AI models.
google Google Rejects DOJ Antitrust Demands, Offers Milder Search Remedy Plan Google pushes back against the DOJ's proposal to force the sale of Chrome and Android, calling it an interventionist agenda that harms consumers. The company instead suggests giving device makers and partners more flexibility in setting default search engines.
ai agents Former Android Executives Raise $56M to Build an Operating System for AI Agents Startup /dev/agents secures a massive $56 million seed round to create a cloud-based operating system designed specifically for AI agents. The company aims to solve the infrastructure challenges developers face when building collaborative, multi-step AI programs.
google Justice Department Demands Google Sell Chrome to Dismantle Search Monopoly The U.S. Department of Justice formally requests that Google divest its Chrome browser and potentially its Android operating system to restore competition in the search market. These proposed penalties follow a recent ruling that declares Google an illegal monopoly.
google Justice Department Pushes Google to Sell Chrome Browser in Antitrust Remedy Federal prosecutors urge a judge to force Google to spin off its Chrome browser following a landmark antitrust win. The proposed penalties also target Google's AI initiatives and Android operating system.
google maps Google Maps Integrates Gemini AI for Smarter Discovery and Navigation Google is bringing its Gemini AI model to Google Maps to help users discover new places and ask specific questions about locations. The update also includes enhanced driving navigation features to guide motorists through complex intersections.
google Federal Judge Orders Google to Rival Access on Google Play Store A US judge rules that Google must allow third-party app stores to access its catalog and stop forcing developers to use its billing system. Google plans to appeal the decision, arguing it harms Android's ability to compete with Apple.
google Google Expands Gemini Live to Five New Languages With More Coming Gemini Live now supports French, German, Portuguese, Hindi, and Spanish on Android devices. Users can converse in up to two languages simultaneously within a single conversation.
google lens Google Lens Gains AI-Powered Video Question Answering Google Lens now allows users to ask questions about moving video recordings, powered by a customized Gemini model. The feature beats similar upcoming tools from Meta and OpenAI to market.
google Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Embraces Larger Screens Without the Bulk Google fully integrates its latest foldable into the flagship Pixel 9 lineup, featuring a massive eight-inch inner display that rivals a tablet. The device grows in size but remains surprisingly manageable for everyday use.
google Google Enables Automatic Passkey Syncing Across Devices via Password Manager Google now allows Chrome users to automatically sync passkeys across devices using Google Password Manager. The company also introduces a new PIN feature for added security during the setup process.
google Google Overhauls Android with Deep Gemini AI Integration Google is rolling out a major Android update that fully integrates its Gemini AI assistant, allowing users to interact naturally and perform complex tasks directly on their screens. This aggressive push aims to establish consumer AI dominance ahead of Apple's upcoming intelligence features.