News Summary

• Google’s AI note-taking app is now open to younger users, having previously been limited to users 18 and older.
• The removal of age restrictions is intended to provide younger students with access to the AI research tool.
• Now, students can access features such as the ability to convert notes into podcast-like Audio Overviews, visually summarize ideas with interactive Mind Maps, and more.
• This expansion comes amid increasing concerns about the use of AI in education regarding data privacy and potential misuse.
• Google says that NotebookLM enforces stricter content policies for users under 18 to prevent inappropriate responses, and user chats and uploads are not reviewed by humans or used for AI training.