UK regulator forces Google to let publishers block AI training of their content

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has issued its first set of conduct requirements for Google’s search services after designating the company as a strategic market player. Among the new rules, publishers can now opt out of having their material used to train Google’s artificial‑intelligence models while still appearing in search results. The package also mandates fair ranking, clearer attribution, and default choice screens on Android and Chrome that let users pick rival search engines. The move marks a shift toward ongoing regulatory oversight of digital platforms in Britain. Leggi di più