Google unveils new privacy and security features

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Google has recently unveiled a range of innovative privacy, safety, and security features designed to shield users from cyber threats like phishing attacks and malicious websites. These initiatives aim to offer greater transparency and control over personal data while keeping users safe.

The tech giant has introduced various enhancements to its data control and transparency, Gmail Dark Web Scan Report, Content Safety API expansion, AI-powered safe browsing, spam view in Google Drive, and an “About this Image” tool.

Additionally, Google has updated its Android operating system, enabling users to have better control over location sharing through apps. This means that users will receive permission requests notifying them when an app shares their information with third parties for advertising purposes. Users can then choose to grant or decline location sharing on a per-app basis, giving them ongoing control.

Furthermore, the dark web reports have been expanded to all Gmail account holders in the US. This enables users to take necessary steps to mitigate potential risks. Also, users can now quickly delete their recent Maps searches with a single tap, making it easier to remove Maps search history from their Web & App Activity.

Google has also introduced an AI-powered Safe Browsing API to identify and isolate potentially harmful files or abusive content in Google Drive. Similar to the spam view in Gmail, this allows users to efficiently manage potentially risky files.

The sources for this piece include an article in TheHackerNews.

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