TechCheck TechCheck+ How Google can leverage AI amid tariff turmoil: Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian explains 4/9/25
Apr 9, 2025
Thomas Kurian, the CEO of Google Cloud, shares insights on how Google is leveraging AI to tackle tariff challenges and optimize operations. He discusses the significant advancements in AI technology and its integration across industries, emphasizing Google's strategic move towards generative AI. Kurian also highlights the company's infrastructure growth amid market volatility and rising costs. Furthermore, he delves into the evolving coding practices influenced by AI, including the emerging trend of vibe coding and its implications for the future.
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Google's Evolved AI Strategy
- Google's AI strategy is evident in its wide customer base and numerous new capabilities.
- They've introduced over 3,000 new features and are leading in infrastructure, models, and tools.
Google's AI Adoption
- Google's AI adoption is seen in increased projects and industry interest, driven by speed and integration.
- Their ecosystem, including partnerships with major software vendors, fuels this adoption.
Demand, Supply, and Tariffs in AI
- Demand for AI remains strong, but supply and compute power are concerns amidst new tariffs.
- Google focuses on model enhancements for cost and scalability instead of commenting on fluid tariff situations.