David Gewirtz is a CNN contributor and policy voice on tech and security.
Google has rolled back a new Google Earth feature that used the Nano Banana 2 image model to generate AI images over satellite, aerial and 3D imagery after researchers and journalists created fabricated scenes — from refugee camps to bomb craters — that could be shared as persuasive, falsified evidence.
Anthropic has released Claude Reflect to web and mobile for users with memory enabled, allowing them to review 1, 3, 6 or 12 months of Claude activity, usage patterns, and task types. Prompts about mindful AI use and optional quiet hours accompany the rollout, which is in beta for Free, Pro, and Max tiers.
Across several reports, educators are seeking guidance on using AI in classrooms while unions push for safeguards. Training programs funded by major tech players are sparking debate about influence and curriculum integrity as schools navigate AI’s role in teaching.