Google discreetly ends Project Mariner, its AI agent for Chrome browsing tasks, after showcasing it at I/O 2025 (Max Zeff/@zeffmax)
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 18 hours ago
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Source: Techmeme
Project Mariner Shutdown: Google has quietly shut down Project Mariner, its AI agent for the Chrome browser, which was designed to assist users in completing tasks.
Previous Highlights: The project was highlighted on stage at Google I/O 2025, showcasing its capabilities before its recent discontinuation.
Staff Changes: Reports indicate that Google had previously moved staff off the Project Mariner team as it responded to competing AI agents.
Context of Closure: The shutdown comes nearly two months after the project was initially reported, reflecting ongoing shifts in Google's AI strategy.
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