Google's New Coding AI: Gemini Flash, "Skimaki" Launching

Google DeepMind is reportedly on the verge of releasing a new coding-focused AI model. This model, potentially named Gemini 3.8 Flash or "Skimaki," could launch as early as Wednesday. What's interesting is that insiders are touting its "significantly upgraded coding capabilities." This release is not expected to be a massive, multi-trillion parameter model. Instead, Gemini Flash models are designed to run faster and cheaper. The timing of this potential release aligns with Google founder Sergey Brin reportedly taking a more active interest in AI. DeepMind founder Demis Hassabis recently stepped aside as CEO, moving to a role focused on scientific research. The "Skimaki" model has been tested on an internal coding tool called "Jetski," with coders reportedly preferring it over Anthropic’s Claude Opus. This could mean more efficient and accessible coding AI tools are on the horizon.