# Google on Tuesday revealed a flurry of AI-powered features for its search engine, AI assistant Gemini and other services.

*genai · news · 2026-05-19 · ABC17News.com*

## Key points

- Google's new search can create agents that autonomously monitor topics and track updates for users.
- Gemini's new Spark mode can work in the background on tasks like monitoring emails and compiling summaries.
- Spark will be integrated with Mac computers and Android via Android Halo, staying active even when devices are locked.
- Despite major AI investments, Google holds only 4.5% of US paid AI business subscriptions compared to OpenAI and Anthropic's combined 66.7%.
- Alphabet expects its AI infrastructure and chip expenses to reach $180 to $190 billion this year.

**Companies:** Google, OpenAI, Anthropic
**Countries:** United States

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