Google is once again under fire for allegedly violating user privacy. The company’s Gemini AI assistant, which powers Gmail, Chat, and Meet, is accused of secretly accessing millions of people’s private messages and files.
According to the lawsuit, Google has been enabling Gemini by default for all users since October, whereas previously users could opt in themselves. This allowed the AI to “spy” on sensitive communications — emails, text messages, and video calls — without users’ consent.
The plaintiffs allege that Google secretly collected data and misled users into believing their communications were secure. According to the lawsuit, this could violate privacy laws, leading to widespread class-action lawsuits and potential damages. If proven, the allegations could have serious legal and financial consequences for Google.
