Google’s Response to OpenClaw’s 24/7 AI Agent
Google has introduced Gemini Spark, an advanced AI agent designed to automate various tasks for users. This new tool aims to streamline personal management by proactively gathering information and executing actions without user prompts. While it offers significant convenience, users must be cautious about the risks associated with granting access to their data.
- ▪Gemini Spark is part of Google's updates to its Gemini chatbot app, announced at the I/O developer conference.
- ▪The agent can automate tasks such as managing emails, calendars, and even drafting documents.
- ▪A beta version of Spark will be available for early testers and subscribers to Google's premium AI plan.
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Reece RogersGearMay 19, 2026 1:45 PMGoogle’s Response to OpenClaw’s 24/7 AI AgentGoogle’s always-running, data-hungry AI agent is designed to spend your money and send your emails.Photograph: Camille Cohen/AFP/Getty ImagesCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyGemini Spark is Google’s take on a steroided-out assistant agent that knows everything about you, announced as part of the company’s updates to its Gemini chatbot app at this year’s I/O developer conference.Software companies have been talking up AI agents for some time now, but I wasn’t impressed until I tried Anthropic’s Claude Cowork in January.
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