Google: Schools can keep search while skipping Gemini, but AI search is non-negotiable — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/google-schools-can-keep-search-while-skipping-gemini-but-ai-search-is-non-negotiableContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Google to schools: AI search is mandatory, but Gemini is optionalhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/google-schools-can-keep-search-while-skipping-gemini-but-ai-search-is-non-negotiablehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/google-schools-can-keep-search-while-skipping-gemini-but-ai-search-is-non-negotiable#u186901Mon, 09 Nov 2026 02:40:34 +0000Google is allowing schools to opt out of using Gemini, its AI chatbot, but not its AI-powered search features. Schools that completely block AI tools risk losing access to Google Search. This change has sparked concern among educators and parents about Google's influence on education and the limited choices available.Why it mattersThe debate over AI in schools has raised questions about the role of technology in education and the power of tech giants like Google. Google's new policy has been met with pushback from educators and parents who are concerned about the impact of AI on lear