What happened
Google has updated its AI Mode to include flight price tracking and hotel booking assistance, according to TechCrunch. The changes suggest Google is positioning AI Mode as an AI travel agent, moving beyond simple information retrieval to handling parts of the trip-planning and booking process.
Why it matters
This expansion marks a significant step in AI Mode's evolution, as it now actively participates in travel arrangements rather than just providing search results. By integrating booking capabilities, Google aims to offer a more complete travel planning experience within its AI assistant.