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Google clarifies Gemini AI training on Gmail data

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Google has clarified its policy regarding the use of user data for training its generative AI models, specifically for Gemini. The company stated that it does not directly train models on the content of users' Gmail inboxes. However, with the 'Keep Activity' feature enabled, summaries and excerpts from emails and files may be used for training purposes. AI

IMPACT Users concerned about AI training data privacy will find clarity on how Google's Gemini handles Gmail content.

RANK_REASON Clarification of an existing policy regarding AI training data, not a new release or significant event.

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Google clarifies Gemini AI training on Gmail data

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · chryptorlabs ·

    Google on gemini and connected apps: it "does not train generative AI models directly on your Gmail inbox" next lines: with Keep Activity on, it trains on summa

    Google on gemini and connected apps: it "does not train generative AI models directly on your Gmail inbox" next lines: with Keep Activity on, it trains on summaries and excerpts of the emails and files "the summary may just be the email or file" just the summary. which may be the…

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