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Google Just Killed Your Startup
9 major points discussed in Google I/O 2025
It happened again. A single event reshaped the future for thousands of ambitious startups.
At Google I/O 2025, the tech giant unveiled a wave of AI-driven advancements that didn’t just raise the bar — they moved it out of reach for many.
From video creation to AR smart glasses, and even coding assistants, Google’s latest launches sweep across nine major domains where startups once dared to dream.
With over 400 million users already onboard Gemini AI, Google didn’t just expand — it entrenched itself deeper into the daily digital routine of millions.
1. Premium AI Subscriptions
Take content creation. With AI Pro and AI Ultra subscriptions, creators now get tools like Imagen 4, Veo 3, and Deep Think for less than what many startups charge for basic services.
30TB of storage. Seamless access to advanced reasoning. Integrated tools from Project Mariner.
This isn’t just competition. It’s a siege on the AI content economy.
2. Video Generation Revolution
What used to be the edge of startup innovation is now bundled into Google’s vast infrastructure. They aren’t…
