AI Integration in Chrome - Google is rolling out its Gemini Assistant to all Chrome users in the US on Mac, Windows, and mobile devices [1] - Gemini will help users work seamlessly across tabs and apps, accessing YouTube, Maps, and Calendar without leaving the current page [1] - Agentic capabilities, such as scheduling meetings or ordering groceries, will be introduced in the coming months [1][2] Competitive Landscape - Startups like OpenAI and Perplexity are challenging Google's search monopoly [3] - Browsers have become the front line in the battle for AI dominance [2] Strategic Focus - Google intends to keep Chrome and its search business at the center of how billions of people access the internet [3] - Gemini will be available to businesses in the coming weeks via Google Workspace with enterprise-grade data protections [2]