The hidden cost of Google's AI defaults and the illusion of choice
Google says it respects user privacy in AI, but the reality is not so black and white.
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Many people are hoping—nay, praying—that the potential AI bubble will burst soon. But to hear Google tell it, generative AI is the future, and the company's products have to change to keep up with the technical reality. As a result, Gemini is seeping into every nook and cranny of the Google ecosystem. Generative AI feeds on data, and Google has a lot of your data in products like Gmail and Drive. What does that mean for your privacy, and what happens if you don't want Gemini peeking over your shoulder? Well, it's kind of a mess. The amount of data Gemini retains depends on how you access the AI, and opting out of data collection can mean running straight into so-called "dark patterns," UI elements that work against the user's interest. Read full article Comments
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