Big news for Gmail users.
Google is now automatically using your emails – including attachments – to train its AI models.
Yes, your emails.
Under the radar, Google has quietly rolled out changes that opt you in to allow Gmail to analyze your private messages for AI training.
While this promises smarter features like improved Smart Compose, it raises serious privacy concerns.
Here’s what you need to know:
Default Opt-In
You’re now automatically contributing your data unless you actively change your settings.
Privacy Risk: Even with Google’s promises of anonymization, many may feel uncomfortable having their private communications used for AI training.
Simple Fix
Thankfully, opting out is possible, but it requires changing settings in *two* separate locations within Gmail. (Link to article with instructions:
Your data is valuable.
If your organization uses Gmail as the email system I encourage you to investigate the implications to your business.
Don’t let it be used without your explicit consent.
If you prioritize privacy, take a few minutes to review your Gmail settings today.
By the way LinkedIn did the same thing – Opt In by Default. Expect all Big Tech firms to default to Opt In in the AI era.
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