At I/O 2024 'Demo Slam,' Google launched employee Gemini hackathon

At the I/O 2024 event, Google introduced a new "Demo Slam" for employees, featuring the launch of the Gemini hackathon aimed at fostering AI experimentation. The event, which spanned three days, included various announcements and sessions for both in-person and virtual attendees. CEO Sundar Pichai emphasized the initiative to enhance innovation and problem-solving within the company, highlighting the hackathon's potential to lead to new product developments.