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Google is facing backlash for its new policy on AI in K-12 schools, which requires schools to opt-in to its AI tools, including Gemini, Gemini Notebook, Gemini in Classroom, and Google Search. If schools choose not to use AI tools, students will lose access to Google Search as well. This policy has been criticized by educators, parents, and policymakers, who argue that Google is prioritizing its business interests over the safety and education of children. Google maintains that this approach gives schools more control over AI in their classrooms. The company is also facing a lawsuit from a North Carolina couple who claim that their daughter's interactions with Google's AI led to a suicide attempt. Google is reviewing the claims and emphasizes its efforts to build features that help young people find critical support and trusted resources when they need it.
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