Google is preparing to launch its latest artificial intelligence model, Gemini 4, according to Koray Kavukcuoglu, the new leader of the company’s DeepMind division. In his first media appearance since taking the role, Kavukcuoglu confirmed that the model is currently undergoing a refinement process.

While Google has not provided a specific calendar date, the company intends to release an early version of the model's output as soon as possible. Kavukcuoglu expressed optimism regarding the model's performance, noting that the team is excited by the results seen during testing. This announcement marks a shift in timeline, as the company is now aiming to debut the technology well before the end of the year.

The development comes as Google faces increasing pressure to maintain its competitive standing in the AI sector. The company has faced criticism from industry analysts for trailing behind rival developers who have released flagship AI updates at a faster pace. By accelerating the release schedule for Gemini 4, Google appears to be attempting to regain momentum in the highly competitive generative AI market. The company has not yet disclosed the specific technical improvements or capabilities that will distinguish Gemini 4 from its predecessor, Gemini 1.5, though the focus remains on finalizing the post-training phase.