Google integrates its Gemini AI model into the Chrome browser for U.S. users starting September 19, shortly after a judge ruled against a forced breakup of the company. This update, announced by Google, enhances Chrome's capabilities, allowing multi-step task execution, content summarization, and deeper integration with Google applications like Calendar and YouTube. Notably, this strategic move aims to bolster competition against emerging rivals like Perplexity, which recently made a $34.5 billion acquisition offer for Chrome.