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Google faces backlash for AI policy in schools, clarifies AI tools off by default with school control.

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04 Nov 2026, 02:10 WIB
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Google faces backlash for AI policy in schools, clarifies AI tools off by default with school control.

Google faced criticism from politicians like Sen. Bernie Sanders and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani after reports said it would restrict search features in schools that ban AI. Google clarified that its AI tools, including Gemini chatbot and AI-enhanced search, are turned off by default and schools can choose to enable them. The company aims to integrate AI responsibly in education with Guided Learning, offering step-by-step help rather than quick answers. This controversy highlights ongoing concerns about tech giants' influence in education and child safety, amid broader regulatory scrutiny.

GOOGL (Alphabet Inc Class A) trades at USD 278.68 on Pluang as of Nov 04, 2026 07:21 WIB, down 0.11% for the day. The stock's 52-week range is between USD 273.49 and USD 402.62, with a market cap of $3.42 trillion. Pluang order activity shows 68% of investors buying and 32% selling, reflecting steady interest amid ongoing regulatory discussions.

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