This week witnessed major developments in the world of Artificial Intelligence, with two tech giants—Google and Microsoft—hosting their annual developer conferences: Google Cloud I/O 2025 and Microsoft Build 2025. Alongside these events, OpenAI, Meta, and other companies also introduced significant AI-powered tools and collaborations. Let’s take a detailed look at this week’s biggest AI announcements and how they could shape the future of technology.
Google Launches NotebookLM App for Android and iOS
NotebookLM—Google’s AI-powered research assistant—has now been made available for both Android and iOS platforms. Previously limited to desktop, the app now allows users to perform intelligent document analysis, generate summaries, and ask questions related to uploaded material—all from their mobile devices.
Key features include:
- Smart summaries of documents.
- Content uploading via PDFs, links, or websites.
- Real-time Q&A based on uploaded materials.
- Filters like “Recent,” “Shared,” “Title,” and “Downloaded.”
- Easy notebook creation and management.
Meta and MSDE Launch AI Chatbot on WhatsApp: Skill India Assistant
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) in collaboration with Meta has launched a new AI chatbot named Skill India Assistant on WhatsApp. This chatbot:
- Helps users explore skilling courses.
- Assists in locating nearby training centers.
- Provides information on job opportunities.
The chatbot is powered by Meta’s open-source LLaMA AI model and implemented via Saarthi.ai. It works through simple text or voice messages, making it accessible even in low-connectivity regions—aiming to offer personalized guidance to learners without requiring a computer.
OpenAI Introduces Codex: The Future of AI Software Engineers
OpenAI has unveiled a new AI-powered software development agent called Codex (not to be confused with earlier versions). This cloud-based assistant:
- Handles tasks like feature implementation, bug fixing, and codebase querying.
- Runs each task in a dedicated sandbox environment.
- Integrates seamlessly with the user’s project repositories.
Codex is powered by a new variant of the O3 model family called Codex One, designed to perform complex reasoning and programming workflows.
Additionally, OpenAI has acquired hardware startup IO for $6.5 billion in an all-equity deal. IO was co-founded by Jony Ive (former Apple designer) and Sam Altman, aiming to build AI-first devices—designed from the ground up for artificial intelligence.
Oppo Partners with Google to Bring Gemini AI to Smartphones
Oppo is strengthening its partnership with Google by integrating Gemini AI into the upcoming Reno 14 series smartphones. Users will be able to:
- Interact with Gemini using voice commands.
- Perform tasks across apps like Notes, Calendar, and Clock without switching contexts.
- Summarize YouTube videos into notes or add flights directly to the calendar.
Gemini can be activated by pressing and holding the side button, transforming smartphones into intelligent assistants.
Amazon Adds AI-Powered Audio Summaries to Product Pages
Amazon is rolling out an AI feature that generates short-form audio summaries for select product pages. These summaries:
- Analyze product details, customer reviews, and relevant online data.
- Provide quick and informative audio highlights.
This feature is now available to some U.S. customers via the “Hear the Highlights” button in the Amazon Shopping app.
GitHub Copilot Evolves into Autonomous AI Agent
GitHub Copilot, originally designed to suggest code snippets as developers type, is now evolving into a more autonomous agent. The updated version:
- Integrates deeper into the GitHub platform.
- Can independently execute coding tasks in the background.
- Completes assignments even when users are not actively typing.
This transformation turns Copilot from a passive assistant into an active contributor within the software development pipeline.
Nvidia Unveils NVLink-C2C Fusion for Chip-to-Chip AI Communication
AI chip leader Nvidia has introduced NVLink Fusion, a groundbreaking technology aimed at improving chip-to-chip communication. Key details:
- Facilitates better AI tool building and deployment.
- Allows chipmakers to connect multiple chips for custom AI systems.
This was announced at Computex 2025 in Taiwan by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. The innovation will be made available to other chipmakers as well.
Google Introduces Beam, Imagen 4, and Gemini Live at I/O 2025
At Google I/O 2025, the company introduced several next-gen AI features and tools:
- Beam: A 3D video conferencing system (formerly Project Starline).
- Imagen 4: An advanced image generation tool.
- VO3: The latest version of Google’s AI video generation model.
- Gemini Live: Now available on Android and iOS, enabling live interactions and smart document handling.
- Google Flow: A new AI filmmaking tool designed for both professionals and beginners.
- Real-Time Translation in Google Meet: Now converts spoken language into translated speech, not just captions.
Microsoft Build 2025: Discovery Platform for Researchers
On May 19, 2025, Microsoft hosted its annual Build conference and unveiled a platform called Microsoft Discovery. Designed for researchers and scientists, this platform:
- Uses AI agents to analyze data and generate hypotheses.
- Aims to revolutionize fields like climate research and materials science.
- Automates complex discovery workflows using cutting-edge AI models.
Final Thoughts
This week marks a significant leap forward in AI integration across platforms—whether it’s smartphones, developer tools, cloud computing, or research. As companies continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible, AI is clearly moving beyond simple assistants to become autonomous agents capable of transforming industries.
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AI news, Google I/O 2025, Microsoft Build 2025, OpenAI Codex, Meta AI chatbot, Skill India Assistant, Google NotebookLM, Gemini AI, Nvidia NVLink Fusion, GitHub Copilot, Amazon AI summaries, Microsoft Discovery, Oppo AI features
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Disclaimer:
This article is intended for informational purposes only. Product availability and features may vary by region or change over time. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the respective official websites of each product or service mentioned.
