Google Cloud adds OpenAI models, completing a trio of providers
What happened
On 21 October 2026, OpenAI and Google Cloud announced a partnership to bring OpenAI's frontier models and Codex workflows into Gemini's Model Garden, offered through Google Cloud Marketplace; OpenAI's announcement did not disclose specific model versions, launch timing or pricing. The Decoder reported the same day that Google Cloud will offer three OpenAI models from 21 October: GPT-6 Astra for demanding tasks such as coding and research, the similarly capable but cheaper GPT-6.1 Sol, and the fast, low-cost GPT-6 Luna. It said the move makes Google Cloud a major cloud provider offering Gemini, Claude and OpenAI models at the same time. OpenAI models are now listed on Google Cloud, and the situation remains at an early stage.
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Timeline
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- The DecoderGoogle Cloud now offers OpenAI models alongside Gemini and Claude, becoming the only major provider with all three
Google Cloud is the first major cloud provider to offer Gemini, Claude, and OpenAI's GPTs on a single platform. At launch, GPT-6 Astra, GPT-6.1 Sol, and GPT-6 Luna are available as a private preview for enterprise customers.
- OpenAI NewsSelectedOpenAI models are coming to Google Cloud
OpenAI and Google Cloud are bringing frontier models and Codex workflows to Gemini’s Model Garden, available through Google Cloud Marketplace.
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