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Google will turn off search for schools in US that reject AI

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Google plans to disable artificial intelligence features in its educational software for K-12 schools in the United States starting early 2027 if school administrators do not opt-in to use these tools. The decision comes after concerns raised by educators and parents regarding student interaction with AI, prompting Google to give more control over AI implementation to school districts.

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Google announced on November 3 that it will disable access to its AI products, including Google Search, for K-12 students unless school administrators opt-in explicitly. This move comes after criticism from advocacy groups over the integration of artificial intelligence into educational settings. According to Chris Phillips, Google’s vice president and general manager of education, AI is now deeply integrated with Google's search engine, meaning schools that block its use will also lose access to Google Search for their students. The company stated it wants to give schools more control over how AI tools are used in the classroom.

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Google announced on Nov 3 that early in 2027 it would turn off artificial intelligence tools in its popular software for K-12 students in the United States, unless school administrators explicitly choose to make such tools available.

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Executives at the tech giant said they wanted to be responsive to educators and parents who have asked for more control in how children interact with AI. asserted

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