Google unveils AI agents for continuous information tracking
Original: How to use Google’s new AI agents to go beyond your standard searches
Why This Matters
Represents Google's shift toward proactive AI agents that continuously assist users
Google announced at I/O 2026 new AI agents in Search that work continuously to monitor topics like stocks, flights, and news. Unlike traditional search, these agents synthesize information from multiple sources and send notifications when relevant updates occur.
Google revealed agentic AI capabilities in Search at I/O 2026, allowing users to create customized AI agents that continuously monitor topics of interest. The agents operate 24/7 in the background, going beyond traditional search by synthesizing information from multiple sources and providing actionable insights. Examples include tracking stock market activity, flight prices, sports teams, breaking news, and housing trends. Users activate the feature through AI Mode in Search with prompts like 'Keep me updated on nearby movie tickets for The Mandalorian and Grogu.' The agents send push notifications when relevant information appears. Information agents will launch this summer for Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in the U.S., expanding to additional markets later. Google also announced a major Search redesign with an intelligent search box supporting longer conversational queries.