Google is advocating for its right to bundle its Gemini AI service with popular apps like Maps and YouTube, countering a Justice Department proposal that seeks to restrict this practice. The company's lawyer argued that there is no evidence of monopoly power in the AI market or with its mapping and video products.

The podcast episode discusses the potential long-term impacts of AI on the cycles of bundling and unbundling in various industries. It explores how AI technologies might disrupt traditional business models and the implications for consumers and businesses alike. The conversation includes insights from industry experts on the future landscape shaped by AI advancements.