Google Cloud had a busy year in 2024, with many significant announcements and developments. In January, Google Cloud removed data transfer fees for users moving data off its platform. February saw a focus on AI topics, including the expansion of access to Gemini models for Vertex AI customers. In March, developers pushed the boundaries of innovation, while business leaders learned about securely deploying AI on Google Cloud. April brought a record 218 announcements at Google Cloud Next, including the introduction of Google Axion Processors. May saw the introduction of Trillium, the sixth generation of Google Cloud TPU, and a focus on AI-powered applications. June was a month for modernizing databases, delivering higher system reliability, and creating AI-powered apps. July saw the general availability of Google Distributed Cloud air-gapped appliance, and a look back at the history of custom Axion and TPU chips. Throughout the year, Google Cloud expanded its capabilities, introduced new models and services, and explored the impact of AI on various industries. The year closed out with the availability of new image and video generation models and the general availability of Trillium, setting the stage for an exciting 2025.