Google Performance Max Launches Generative AI Advertising Tool for Easy Creation of High-Quality Ad Content


Google opened its flagship AI model Argon to global developers and enterprises Tuesday, after limited Fairwind testing by trusted cyber defenders. It is available via AI Studio API, Gemini Ultra/Pro, and Antigravity for paid users; pricing is undisclosed.....
CNBC reports that since February 2025, when Anthropic's Claude Code was launched, the number of software development job postings in the United States did not decrease but instead increased. Data from Indeed Hiring Lab shows that software job hiring has risen by nearly 15% against the trend, while the overall job market has shrunk by 7%. Kuch, chairman of McKinsey North America, was not surprised: the total volume of code written by companies has reached a new high, and the demand for developers remains strong in the AI era. However, the growth is highly concentrated in senior and AI-related positions, with senior roles absorbing most of the increase.
Google is preparing to launch Gemini4 “Argon” publicly. Employees are testing stronger follow-ups to close the gap with leading rivals. Leaked docs and screenshots show recent testing of “Carbon,” likely a new Argon checkpoint, as Google seeks to boost competitiveness via continuous iteration.....
Google updated its support page announcing that starting October 9, it will adjust the access and usage restrictions for personal account Gemini, tightening the configuration of lower-tier user models. Free users will only be able to access Gemini 3.5 - Flash-Lite, losing access to Gemini 3.6 Flash and newer models; the $4.99 AI Plus tier is limited to Flash and Flash-Lite, no longer supporting advanced reasoning models like Gemini 3.1 Pro. This adjustment does not affect the $19.99 monthly plan.
Google is reportedly developing a Gemini-powered AI inbox for Gmail. After decompiling the Gmail v2026.09.28 APK, developers found related code that suggests the Gemini agent could automatically handle email replies. Code comments indicate that once the feature is launched, an "Use Gemini" button will appear next to pending tasks, allowing the AI to draft replies, which may mean Gmail will delegate email replies to AI.