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Gemini 3.5 Flash Integrates Computer Use Capability
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Why it matters
- →Integrating computer use into Gemini 3.5 Flash enhances its versatility for developers building AI agents.
- →The update improves performance in enterprise automation tasks, making AI more applicable in professional settings.
- →Safety measures address potential risks, ensuring secure deployment in live environments.
Google DeepMind has integrated computer use capabilities into its Gemini 3.5 Flash model, previously available only in the standalone Gemini 2.5. This enhancement allows the model to perform tasks across different platforms, improving its utility for enterprise automation and long-horizon tasks. The update includes safety measures to address prompt injection risks, such as adversarial training and enterprise safeguards. This integration aims to make AI agents more effective and secure in professional environments.
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