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Google Is Forcing Schools to Choose Between Its Search Engine and AI
Experts weigh in on the promises and pitfalls of Google’s new policy, which leaves schools unable to use Search unless they opt into its AI tools.
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Google announced a new policy that forces K‑12 schools to choose between using its AI tools and its search engine. The company will automatically disable AI products for student accounts, and administrators must manually opt in to allow students to use the technology. If a school does not opt in, students will lose access to Google Search entirely. The policy was revealed in a blog post released on Tuesday. No further details about implementation or timelines were provided.
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