Google is reportedly developing an advanced AI agent, codenamed Project Jarvis, that will operate directly within web browsers and automate routine online tasks.
According to The Information, the AI aims to function like a digital assistant capable of performing actions such as typing, clicking, and navigating webpages by analysing screenshots of what appears on the user’s computer screen. A preview of this technology could be unveiled as early as December.
The AI agent is explicitly designed for web browsers, notably Google Chrome. Its goal is to assist users with tasks like online shopping, booking travel, or conducting research. This development is part of Google’s broader strategy to enhance its AI capabilities, which includes the continued evolution of its Gemini AI model.
Gemini AI integration is expanding
Gemini AI, Google’s next-generation chatbot model, is also expected to receive an upgrade this December. Recent reports highlight that Google has already integrated Gemini into apps like Google Meet and Photos while expanding its language capabilities to include dozens of new languages.
Competition heats up
Google’s move to introduce Jarvis comes shortly after AI research company Anthropic launched an updated version of its Claude AI. Anthropic’s AI now includes computer-level skills, allowing it to operate various software applications designed for human users. Currently available in a public beta, this new capability underscores the intensifying competition among tech companies aiming to lead in AI innovation.
With Project Jarvis, Google seems to be aiming for a streamlined, browser-centric assistant that could make everyday tasks faster and more efficient. If launched successfully, it could offer users a new level of convenience, much like the fictional AI assistant from Iron Man.