Google brings real-time information from The Associated Press to its Gemini app
Google has announced a new partnership with The Associated Press to provide real-time information from the news agency to its Gemini app. This collaboration further enhances the existing relationship between Google and The Associated Press, where the latter has been a key source of real-time information for Google's search engine. The financial details of this partnership have not been disclosed.
According to Google, this partnership will be particularly beneficial for Gemini app users as it will offer them access to up-to-date information. Kristin Heitmann, senior vice president and chief revenue officer at The Associated Press, emphasized the longstanding relationship between the two organizations, highlighting their joint efforts to deliver timely and accurate news to a global audience. Heitmann also praised Google for recognizing the value of The Associated Press's journalism and its commitment to unbiased reporting, especially in the development of generative AI products.
The Associated Press's AI partnerships
In 2023, The Associated Press became one of the early adopters in forging partnerships with AI firms by signing a two-year deal with OpenAI. This collaboration granted OpenAI access to a selection of news content dating back to 1985. Since then, numerous other publishers have followed suit, entering into agreements with AI firms to leverage advanced technologies in news dissemination.
Recently, Axios announced a three-year partnership with OpenAI, where the AI startup will support the establishment of four new local newsrooms. Additionally, OpenAI's partnership with Dotdash Meredith, the publisher of People, reportedly amounts to at least $16 million annually. It is clear that AI partnerships have become increasingly prevalent in the news industry, driving innovation and enhancing content delivery.
Correction 6:23PM ET: A previous version of this article incorrectly stated that The Associated Press was following other publishers in signing agreements with AI firms. We regret the error.
