Google expands Pentagon contract for Gemini AI use, sparking employee protests

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Google's expanded Pentagon contract allows the DoD to use Gemini for "any lawful purpose," raising ethical concerns. The agreement permits Gemini's use in classified operations, while Google also withdrew from a drone swarm project due to internal ethics reviews. Employees are protesting the military AI contract, but Google states it is proud to support national security.


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