Google isn't releasing its next big AI model yet, drawing groans at its I/O conference (www.businessinsider.com)

Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced at the I/O 2026 conference that the highly anticipated Gemini 3.5 Pro AI model will not be released until next month, disappointing attendees who hoped for an immediate launch. Pichai acknowledged the eagerness for the model, touted as the most powerful yet from Google, and noted significant improvements over previous iterations. However, he did not provide a specific reason for the delay. This announcement holds considerable significance for the AI/ML community, as the release of Gemini 3.5 Pro is highly anticipated following the success of its predecessor, Gemini 3, which exceeded industry expectations. The market is closely monitoring these developments, especially given Google’s recent stock performance related to advancements in their AI models. Additionally, Google unveiled other products, such as Spark, an innovative AI agent that operates independently of a laptop, and Gemini 3.5 Flash, an AI model specifically optimized for enhanced performance with AI agents, indicating a continued push for innovation in AI technologies.