As 2025 begins, Google CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted plans for new AI products and features in the coming months, following a strong 2024 with innovations like Gemini 2.0, Willow and Veo 2 across Search, YouTube, Cloud, Android and Pixel. Testing for “Daily Listen” in Search Labs has started, while Gemini 2.0 Flash becomes generally available to developers in January, with broader integration into Google products expected soon.
Pichai stressed the urgency of adapting to rapid technological changes and reimagining Google’s products. The timeline aligns with Google I/O, typically held in May.
In response to Southern California wildfires, Google is supporting affected employees through a matching program and relief efforts via Google.org. The company also provides real-time wildfire updates, alerts and resources through Search, Maps and Waze.
Source: 9to5Google
