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Google VP Warns: AI Personalization Raises Privacy Concerns

12/2/2025

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Robby Stein, Google's Vice President of Product for Search, said AI personalizes by using data from Gmail to improve recommendations.
Stein cautioned that deeper data use could raise privacy concerns, as users may feel the AI knows too much.
Stein noted users can control data sharing, but increased personal information could blur assistance with surveillance.
Stein assured Google will indicate when responses are personalized to balance utility with user comfort.

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Robby Stein, Google's Vice President of Product for Search, said AI personalizes by using data from Gmail to improve recommendations.
Stein cautioned that deeper data use could raise privacy concerns, as users may feel the AI knows too much.
Stein noted users can control data sharing, but increased personal information could blur assistance with surveillance.
Stein assured Google will indicate when responses are personalized to balance utility with user comfort.