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Google reverses Gemini privacy promise on human data review

Google has altered its privacy policy regarding its Gemini AI assistant, now stating that human reviewers may access data from connected Google services like Gmail and Google Drive. This change contradicts a previous 2023 promise that content from Workspace applications would not be reviewed by humans. Users are advised to exercise caution when linking personal accounts to AI assistants. AI

IMPACT This policy shift raises concerns about user data privacy with AI assistants, potentially impacting trust and adoption of connected AI services.

RANK_REASON The item discusses a change in a company's policy regarding data privacy for an AI product, which falls under commentary on AI-related policy.

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Google reverses Gemini privacy promise on human data review

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