AI Chat: ChatGPT, AI News, Artificial Intelligence, OpenAI, Machine Learning Gmail Now Uses Your Emails to Train Its AI (Even Your Attachments)
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Nov 21, 2025 Gmail is now scanning your emails and attachments for AI training, and most users are automatically opted in. This raises significant privacy concerns, especially with Google's assurance of data security. The podcast discusses the importance of real data for improving features like Smart Compose. Listeners can learn how to opt out of this feature and navigate Google’s settings. Jaden shares his personal choice to stay opted in while cautioning about industry-wide trends in data usage. Dive into the implications of these changes!
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Gmail Uses Emails And Attachments For AI
- Google can scan both email content and attachments to improve Gemini and other AI features.
- That access lets Gmail use real user data to refine AI-driven inbox features beyond simple reply suggestions.
Real Email Data Powers Advanced Features
- Gmail's AI features need real email content and attachments to power capabilities like full inbox management.
- Using real user data helps Gemini learn context and attachment handling for richer automation.
Default Opt‑In Undermines Trust
- Many users are being opt‑in by default rather than offered an explicit choice.
- Default opt‑in erodes trust even when companies promise anonymization and security protections.