The AI Daily Brief · Thursday, October 29, 2026
Google has announced its new frontier model, Gemini 4 Carbon, just two weeks after releasing Gemini 4 Argon. The new model scored 59 points on the Artificial Analysis Index V5, placing it in first place ahead of rivals like Astra and Opus 5.5, while maintaining cost levels similar to Argon.
“Google has unveiled their next frontier model, Gemini 4 Carbon, just two weeks after the release of Gemini 4 Argon.”
“Gemini 4 Carbon is now the frontrunner on the new Artificial Analysis Index V5, which we will be discussing in the main part of the episode. It scored 59 points, representing a 9-point jump on the new scale, and placing it ahead of Opus 5.5 in first place.”