Google Chrome AI: Secret 4GB Gemini Nano Install Sparks Outcry

Google Chrome has been secretly installing a large AI model on users' computers without permission. Security researcher Alexander Hanff discovered a four-gigabyte file, called "weights.bin," part of Google's Gemini Nano AI, appearing on devices. Here's the thing: Chrome doesn't ask for consent. If you delete the file, Chrome just re-downloads it. This raises privacy concerns and questions about device performance, especially for Chrome's three billion users. What's interesting is that Google has been completely silent on the issue. The bottom line: Many are calling this "malware" and are upset about Google forcing AI onto their devices. This could even violate EU data privacy rules. You should check your Chrome settings to disable AI features if you want to prevent this download.