Google Lifts a Ban on Using Its AI for Weapons and Surveillance
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Google published principles in 2018 barring its AI technology from being used for sensitive purposes. Weeks into President Donald Trump’s second term, those guidelines are being overhauled.

Summary

Google has revised its AI Principles, removing commitments not to pursue weapons, surveillance systems, or technologies that undermine human rights.

The company cites the widespread use of AI, evolving standards, and geopolitical battles over AI as reasons for the overhaul.

The revision follows a broader corporate shift since Trump’s return to office, though Google claims the update was long planned.