Google's annual developer conference is set to take place, with the AI industry closely watching for updates on the new Gemini model and agent platform strategy. OpenAI confirmed the mobile expansion of Codex, while Microsoft’s AI chief issued a stark warning about white-collar automation.
According to the IT industry, Google I/O 2026 will kick off on May 19-20 (local time) at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California. The two-day event will feature updates on Gemini, Android, Chrome, and Google XR glasses, along with keynote speeches, demonstrations, and developer sessions.
New Gemini Model 'Spark' Agent to Be Revealed
The biggest focus in the industry is the new Gemini model. This upcoming model aims to reach the level of OpenAI's latest GPT-5.5, although it is expected to be a gradual upgrade that may not match the leading-edge systems in the market. Google's last major model, Gemini 3, was released in November 2025 and briefly topped benchmarks.
A new agent platform is also expected to be unveiled. Google is adding advanced agent capabilities to the Gemini app, branding it as 'Gemini Spark.' This feature, previously known as 'Gemini Agent,' allows AI to proactively manage tasks across apps and services without user prompts.
Android XR smart glasses are also anticipated to be a key announcement at this year's I/O. Google is developing two types of AI glasses in collaboration with Samsung, Gentle Monster, and Warby Parker: one without a display and another with an in-lens display, both based on the Android XR operating system.
OpenAI Integrates Codex into Mobile App with 4 Million Weekly Users
OpenAI integrated its coding agent Codex into the ChatGPT mobile app the previous day. Users can now directly coordinate coding tasks from their smartphones, with weekly active users of Codex surpassing 4 million. This move aligns with OpenAI's efforts to consolidate ChatGPT, Codex, and the Atlas browser into a single desktop super app, responding to competition from Anthropic in the enterprise and developer markets.
Microsoft AI Chief Warns of White-Collar Automation in 12-18 Months
Mustafa Suleyman, Microsoft AI's CEO, issued a strong warning in an interview with the Financial Times. He stated that most white-collar jobs, including those of lawyers, accountants, project managers, and marketers, will be fully automated by AI within the next 12 to 18 months. Suleyman defined Microsoft AI's core goal as achieving 'superintelligence' and emphasized the company's focus on reducing reliance on OpenAI while developing its own foundational models.
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