Google I/O, World Models, I/O Spaghetti

Here's something that might surprise you — Google’s I/O showcased AI everywhere, but not all of it is aligned with their core business. Ben Thompson points out that while Google flooded the event with chatbots and world models, the real question is: are these innovations actually helping Google’s bottom line? Now, here’s where it gets interesting — DeepMind’s work on world models feels like a wild spaghetti of ideas, not a clear strategy. According to Thompson, Google’s pushing AI advancements that seem more like experiments than targeted business tools. But here's the thing — this sea of AI hype might be a distraction, or it could be the groundwork for the next big thing, if they can find focus. So what does this mean for you? If Google’s AI efforts stay disconnected from practical goals, it’s a reminder that innovation needs clear direction to really pay off. The takeaway is simple: true advantage in AI comes from aligning breakthroughs with real-world needs, not just showing off the latest tricks.