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  1. TOOL · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) · · [2 sources]

    EU lowers 2026 Eurozone economic growth forecast to 0.9%

    ima has fully opened its Copilot feature, which allows users to directly utilize knowledge agents within the ima product. Previously, access to Copilot required an application and had a waitlist of over 100,000 users. The platform also introduced "Knowledge Accounts" for publishing and discovering "Skills," with initial offerings including integrations from WeChat Reading and Tencent Recruitment. AI

    IMPACT Expands access to AI-powered knowledge agents for users within the ima platform.

  2. FRONTIER RELEASE · Don't Worry About the Vase (Zvi Mowshowitz) English(EN) · · [39 sources]

    Gemini 3.5 Flash Looks Good For How Fast It Is

    Google has released Gemini 3.5 Flash, a new AI model designed for speed and agentic tasks. It is positioned as a faster and cheaper alternative to models like Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.7 and OpenAI's GPT-5.5 for tasks where peak intelligence is not required. The model demonstrates significant speed improvements, running up to 12x faster in certain applications like Google's Antigravity city-building simulation, and shows promise for daily AI workflows and complex, long-horizon agentic tasks. AI

    Gemini 3.5 Flash Looks Good For How Fast It Is

    IMPACT Accelerates agentic workflows and daily AI tasks by offering a faster, cheaper alternative to top-tier models for non-SOTA use cases.

  3. RESEARCH · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) ·

    General Administration of Customs releases 'Several Measures to Support the Construction of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area' in Guangdong

    South Korea has announced plans to establish itself as a global AI hub, aiming to attract international organizations and development banks to collaborate on addressing challenges like disease control and climate change. This initiative, detailed by the Ministry of Economy and Finance, seeks to foster cross-border cooperation in the AI field. The announcement comes alongside other tech news, including Nvidia's Q1 earnings and Google CEO Sundar Pichai's statement on Gemini's user base. AI

    IMPACT South Korea's initiative could foster international AI collaboration and accelerate development in critical areas.

  4. TOOL · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) · · [2 sources]

    South Korea's KOSPI Index Rises Over 8% Intra-day

    Arlaid has announced a partnership with Huagong Zhengyuan, a subsidiary of Huagong Technology, focusing on optical modules. The collaboration has already resulted in bulk supply. This news comes alongside broader market movements, including a significant rise in the Korean KOSPI index and specific stock gains for SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics. AI

    IMPACT Partnership in optical modules may indirectly support AI infrastructure development.

  5. RESEARCH · Mastodon — sigmoid.social English(EN) ·

    Grugmaxxing ｢ Two years ago, Pichai said, Google handled 9.7 trillion tokens per month. Last year, it was 480 trillion per month. Currently, the Chocolate Facto

    Google's token processing has seen exponential growth, handling 3.2 quadrillion tokens monthly, a significant increase from previous figures. This surge in token handling capacity is attributed to advancements in their AI infrastructure and the development of AI agents. The company's investment in capital expenditure reflects its commitment to scaling these AI capabilities. AI

    Grugmaxxing ｢ Two years ago, Pichai said, Google handled 9.7 trillion tokens per month. Last year, it was 480 trillion per month. Currently, the Chocolate Facto

    IMPACT Demonstrates the massive scaling of AI infrastructure required to power advanced AI agents and services.

  6. COMMENTARY · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) ·

    Singapore's core inflation rate fell to 1.4% in April

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai has acknowledged that the company is falling behind in coding capabilities. This admission comes amidst increasing competition and rapid advancements in the AI and software development sectors. The statement suggests a potential shift in Google's strategic focus towards bolstering its coding and AI development infrastructure. AI

    IMPACT Google's acknowledgment of falling behind in coding could signal a renewed focus on AI development and infrastructure, potentially impacting the competitive landscape.

  7. COMMENTARY · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) ·

    Beijing-Hong Kong High-Speed Railway Xiong-Shang Section Full Line Connection Test Officially Launched

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai has acknowledged that the company is falling behind in coding capabilities. This admission comes amidst increasing competition and rapid advancements in the AI sector. Pichai's statement suggests a strategic shift or increased focus on improving Google's coding-related AI technologies. AI

    IMPACT Google's admission of lagging in coding may signal a renewed focus on AI development and could impact the competitive landscape for AI-powered coding tools.

  8. TOOL · Mastodon — fosstodon.org English(EN) ·

    🤖 Google CEO Accidentally Confirms New Pixel Phones This Year Google's Sundar Pichai confirms new Pixel phones for 2026 during I/O, highlighting AI advancements

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai has confirmed that new Pixel phones will be released in 2026. He highlighted the company's advancements in artificial intelligence during the I/O event. AI

    🤖 Google CEO Accidentally Confirms New Pixel Phones This Year Google's Sundar Pichai confirms new Pixel phones for 2026 during I/O, highlighting AI advancements

    IMPACT Confirms continued integration of AI into consumer hardware.

  9. COMMENTARY · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) ·

    Federal Reserve may tighten monetary policy due to high inflation

    The Federal Reserve's April monetary policy meeting minutes indicate a potential tightening of monetary policy if inflation remains above target. In other news, Nvidia reported a Q1 net profit of $58.3 billion, and Google CEO Sundar Pichai stated that Gemini has reached 900 million monthly active users. AI

    IMPACT Sets a benchmark for AI product adoption and highlights financial performance in the AI hardware sector.

  10. COMMENTARY · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) ·

    Feikai Materials: Company's second quarter optical fiber coating scheduling is reasonable and production line utilization is high

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai has acknowledged that the company is falling behind in coding capabilities. This admission comes amidst increasing competition and rapid advancements in the AI sector. Pichai's statement suggests a strategic shift or increased focus on improving Google's coding prowess to maintain its competitive edge. AI

    IMPACT Google's acknowledgment of falling behind in coding may signal a shift in their AI development strategy and resource allocation.

  11. COMMENTARY · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) ·

    Toyota to expand production cut to about 83,000 vehicles

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai has acknowledged that the company is falling behind in coding capabilities. This admission comes amidst increasing competition and rapid advancements in the AI sector. Pichai's statement suggests a strategic re-evaluation and potential shift in focus for Google's AI development efforts. AI

    IMPACT Google's acknowledgment of lagging in coding capabilities may signal a shift in their AI development strategy, potentially impacting future product releases and industry competition.

  12. COMMENTARY · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) ·

    The total number of single-license plate vehicles from Hong Kong and Macao entering and exiting the Zhuhai Highway Port of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge has exceeded 10 million.

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai has acknowledged that the company is falling behind in coding capabilities. This admission comes amidst increasing competition and rapid advancements in the AI sector. The statement suggests a strategic re-evaluation within Google to address this perceived gap and regain a competitive edge. AI

    IMPACT Google's acknowledgment of lagging in coding capabilities could signal a shift in their AI development strategy, potentially impacting future product releases and their competitive stance.

  13. COMMENTARY · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) · · [2 sources]

    Spot silver breaks below $75/oz

    Alibaba's Chairman and CEO highlighted the strategic importance of instant retail in their shareholder letter, emphasizing its role in acquiring new users and enhancing engagement on Taobao and Tmall. They noted that AI is a key driver in this strategy, improving user acquisition, retention, and transaction volume. This focus on instant retail signifies a core pillar for the platforms' future upgrades and commercialization efforts. AI

    IMPACT Highlights how AI is being integrated into e-commerce strategies to drive user acquisition and engagement.

  14. COMMENTARY · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) ·

    The world's largest gold ETF, SPDR Gold Trust, reduced its holdings by 2.86 tons compared to the previous day.

    Google's CEO has acknowledged that the company is behind in coding capabilities. This admission comes amidst broader discussions about advancements in AI and its impact on various industries, including software development. AI

    IMPACT This admission may signal a shift in Google's AI development focus towards improving coding-related AI capabilities.

  15. COMMENTARY · Mastodon — sigmoid.social English(EN) · · [2 sources]

    "We’re now in the part of the #AI cycle where people want to see the value in the products they use every day." You don't say. blog.google/innovation-a... I/O 2

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai stated that the current phase of the AI cycle demands tangible value from everyday products. This sentiment was expressed in relation to Google's I/O 2026 event, which focused on integrating AI into user-facing applications. The emphasis is shifting from theoretical AI advancements to practical, daily utility for consumers. AI

    "We’re now in the part of the #AI cycle where people want to see the value in the products they use every day." You don't say. blog.google/innovation-a... I/O 2

    IMPACT The industry is shifting focus towards demonstrating practical AI value in consumer products, moving beyond theoretical advancements.

  16. COMMENTARY · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) · · [5 sources]

    Institution: AliExpress Ranks First Among Cross-border E-commerce Platforms in the Korean Market

    Nvidia reported a strong first quarter with a net profit of $58.3 billion, a 211% increase year-over-year. Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced that Gemini AI has reached 900 million monthly active users, with daily requests increasing sevenfold. In other news, AliExpress has become the top cross-border e-commerce platform in South Korea, and Japan is considering a supplementary budget of approximately 3 trillion yen. AI

    Institution: AliExpress Ranks First Among Cross-border E-commerce Platforms in the Korean Market

    IMPACT Nvidia's strong earnings and Gemini's user growth highlight the continued rapid expansion and monetization of AI technologies.

  17. COMMENTARY · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) · · [2 sources]

    Take-Two's fourth-quarter net bookings of $1.58 billion exceed market expectations

    Nvidia has reclassified its gaming revenue, merging it into the "edge computing" category, totaling $6.4 billion. This shift indicates that while the GeForce line continues to be updated, gaming is no longer considered Nvidia's primary growth driver. Separately, Take-Two reported fourth-quarter net bookings of $1.58 billion, exceeding market expectations. AI

    IMPACT Nvidia's reclassification of gaming revenue may signal a strategic shift towards AI and edge computing, impacting hardware allocation and market focus.

  18. COMMENTARY · Mastodon — mastodon.social English(EN) ·

    "They’re too dumb to love the thing we told them will take all their jobs” Google CEO Sundar Pichai thinks that the reason there's intense backlash against AI i

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai suggested that public backlash against AI stems from humanity's inability to fully comprehend its implications. He believes people are not evolved enough to understand the technology that is predicted to transform their jobs. This perspective highlights a potential disconnect between AI developers and public perception. AI

    IMPACT Suggests a potential disconnect between AI development and public understanding, which could influence adoption rates.

  19. COMMENTARY · The Decoder English(EN) ·

    Google CEO Pichai now calls links a "part" of search, redefining the web's role in its own product

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai has redefined the role of links within Google Search, now referring to them as merely a "part" of the search experience rather than its core. This subtle shift in language signals a strategic move by Google to retain users within its ecosystem by integrating new AI-powered features. The company is transitioning from its traditional role as a traffic distributor for the web to becoming an AI publisher, where its selection of sources increasingly reflects editorial control. AI

    Google CEO Pichai now calls links a "part" of search, redefining the web's role in its own product

    IMPACT Google's strategic language shift may signal a move towards AI publishing, potentially altering web traffic dynamics.

  20. SIGNIFICANT · Towards AI English(EN) · · [3 sources]

    Google’s New AI Reads Your Email 24/7. It Has No Privacy Policy.

    Google has launched Gemini Spark and Gemini Agent, two distinct AI agents with different visual identities and functionalities. Gemini Agent, indicated by a mouse pointer icon, appears capable of controlling the user's device and executing code, as suggested by its setup flow warning about remote browser data and code execution. Gemini Spark, with a diamond icon, lacks these advanced permissions and is positioned as a personal AI agent that runs on Google's servers, accessing user data like emails and calendars to perform tasks. Both agents will have usage caps, even for subscribers of Google's premium AI Ultra tier. AI

    Google’s New AI Reads Your Email 24/7. It Has No Privacy Policy.

    IMPACT New AI agents from Google offer advanced capabilities but raise privacy concerns and introduce usage limits, impacting user interaction with digital services.

  21. FRONTIER RELEASE · Latent Space (swyx) English(EN) · · [175 sources]

    [AINews] Google I/O 2026: Gemini 3.5 Flash, Omni (NanoBanana for Video), Spark (background agents), and Antigravity 2.0

    Google has announced a suite of new AI capabilities and model updates at its I/O 2026 event. The Gemini 3.5 series, including Gemini 3.5 Flash, is now generally available, offering enhanced agentic and coding performance with a 1 million token context window. New features allow Gemini to directly generate and export files into formats like Google Docs, Sheets, and PDFs, streamlining workflows. Additionally, Google introduced Gemini Spark, a personal AI agent designed to integrate with Google apps, and Gemini Omni for multimodal generation, starting with video. AI

    [AINews] Google I/O 2026: Gemini 3.5 Flash, Omni (NanoBanana for Video), Spark (background agents), and Antigravity 2.0

    IMPACT New Gemini models and agent capabilities are expected to accelerate enterprise adoption and enhance user productivity across Google's ecosystem.

  22. SIGNIFICANT · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) · · [9 sources]

    Google CEO: Gemini Reaches 900 Million Monthly Active Users

    Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced that Gemini's monthly active users have reached 900 million, more than doubling in the past year. The company is processing over 3.2 quintillion AI tokens per month, a significant increase from previous periods. This growth is contributing to Alphabet's stock performance and solidifying its position in AI research. Additionally, Google One, which now bundles YouTube Premium and AI features, is seeing accelerated adoption, adding 25 million paid subscriptions in Q1 2026. AI

    IMPACT Confirms strong user adoption for Google's Gemini AI, indicating growing integration into consumer services like Google One and YouTube Premium.

  23. SIGNIFICANT · OpenAI News English(EN) · · [3243 sources]

    Our approach to alignment research

    OpenAI has announced a partnership with Apple to integrate ChatGPT into iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, enhancing Siri and system-wide writing tools with GPT-4o capabilities. Google DeepMind has published research on scaling AI agent systems, identifying that multi-agent coordination improves parallelizable tasks but can degrade sequential ones, and has developed a predictive model for optimal agent architectures. Additionally, OpenAI has released resources on prompting fundamentals and shared insights from Netomi on scaling agentic systems in enterprise environments, highlighting the use of GPT-4.1 and GPT-5.2 for complex workflows. AI

    Our approach to alignment research

    IMPACT Partnership integrates advanced AI into consumer devices, while research offers principles for scaling complex AI agent systems.