Google Gemini Spark: Your 24/7 AI Assistant Unveiled

Google has unveiled Gemini Spark, a new personal AI agent that operates 24/7 in the cloud, even when your devices are off. This AI can draft emails, monitor your inbox, track deadlines, and execute tasks across Google apps and third-party services. What's interesting is Spark already has access to your emails, calendar, and documents, giving it a significant data advantage over rivals. However, there's a privacy trade-off: Google warns Spark might make purchases or share information without explicit permission, requiring active supervision. Beta access for Spark begins next week for U.S. Google AI Ultra subscribers, who pay $250 per month. A Mac app with local file access is planned for later this summer. This could change how we interact with AI, moving beyond simple chatbots to agents that take independent action.