Google Launches Gemini 4 Carbon, Takes On GPT-6 Astra And Claude Opus 5.5

Google has introduced Gemini 4 Carbon, a new AI model specifically designed to detect cybersecurity vulnerabilities, fix software flaws, and manage complex coding tasks. This model outperformed rivals in several benchmarks and will initially be available to trusted cybersecurity defenders. Positioned against GPT-6 Astra and Claude Opus 5.5, Gemini 4 Carbon is undercutting Claude on price. This strategic move occurs as Anthropic prepares for its IPO, marking a significant step in the AI competition.