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Policy · 2h ago

Google Search Uploads Can Train AI Unless Users Opt Out

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechRepublic ·

Google will use uploaded Search images and files to train AI models by default, requiring users to manually opt out. This policy raises privacy risks for businesses sharing sensitive data. The change applies to all Google accounts unless settings are adjusted.

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Google's default opt-in for AI training on user uploads is a privacy landmine that businesses should address immediately.
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