The Verge reported Google announced new AI agents at I/O 2026 for tasks including gathering information, planning, and summarizing inbox and calendar. The Verge emphasized background, long-running operation.
The Verge described Gemini Spark as a cloud-based consumer agent that can run 24/7 and integrate across Google services and external partners. The Verge also said Google is adding agents to AI search starting this summer.
The Verge referenced OpenClaw as a viral open-source agent platform and said Google is mirroring elements including persistent background agents and messaging access.
Source: The Verge