Recently, Google announced the latest update of the Chrome browser version 148, but this update has drawn attention from users and experts. According to a report by cybernews, Google has revised the wording related to how device-side AI models handle data in Chrome. In the previous Chrome 147 version, it clearly stated: "Chrome can use AI models that run directly on the device, and data does not need to be sent to Google's servers." However, in the 148 version, this key statement was removed, sparking widespread discussion.

Computer scientist and lawyer Alexander Hain questioned Google, asking: "Does this change mean that the previous text was inaccurate? Has the architecture changed? Was this statement retracted due to legal advice?" In response, a Google spokesperson stated that the actual processing method has not changed, and the data sent to the model is still processed on the device, not sent to Google's servers.

Google further explained that in some cases, using the Gemini Nano model in Chrome, users may see the input and output of the model. These situations will be handled according to the privacy policies of individual websites, so Google believes the change in wording is to avoid potential misunderstandings.

Additionally, Google mentioned in this update that if certain settings are turned off, some features may be affected, but user privacy remains their top priority. Despite the concerns raised by the wording changes, Google reiterated its commitment to transparency in data processing methods.

As AI technology continues to evolve, user concern for data privacy is increasing, and this Chrome browser update has become a focal point of discussion.

Key points:   

🔍 Google removed the statement about local AI data processing in the Chrome browser version 148, causing user concern.   

💬 A Google spokesperson stated that the data processing method has not changed, and it is still completed on the device.   

📜 The company said the change in wording aims to avoid potential misunderstandings and emphasizes the importance of user privacy.