Ethics and safety · Gemini

Google tests broader permissions for Gemini on the desktop

Google is testing whether Gemini desktop should be able to work across multiple programs and folders on the computer without asking for permission at every step. Sensitive actions such as purchases will still need manual approval.

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Google restricts access to new AI model over fears of hackers

Google is launching its most powerful AI model to date, Gemini 4 Argon, but is holding it back from the public for safety reasons. Only selected cybersecurity professionals get access first.

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Google launches Guided Vision: AI camera guides blind users

Google is rolling out a new feature in Gemini Live designed to help blind and low-vision people have their everyday surroundings described through their phone's camera. The feature is called Guided Vision and was developed in collaboration with people who are themselves blind or low-vision.

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Google holds back new AI model over fears of misuse for hacking

Google has launched a powerful new AI model called Gemini 4 Argon that can find and fix security holes in software on its own. However, the model is only rolling out gradually, because the same abilities could in principle be misused for hacking attacks.

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