Google is launching a new cloud platform that allows users to unlock advanced artificial intelligence features on their devices while maintaining data privacy. Function almost identical Apple Private Cloud Computingcomes as companies reconcile user privacy demands with the growing computing needs of the latest artificial intelligence applications.
Many Google products run artificial intelligence functions such as translation, audio notes, and on-device chatbot assistants, meaning no data leaves your phone, Chromebook, or whatever else you use. According to Google, this is irrational because developing artificial intelligence tools requires more brainpower and computing power than devices can provide.
The trade-off is sending more complex AI requests to a cloud platform called Private AI Compute, which they describe as a “secure, fortified space” that offers the same degree of security you would expect from on-device processing. Sensitive data is available “only to you and no one else, not even Google.”
Google said the ability to harness more computing power will help AI functions move from performing simple queries to providing more personal and tailored suggestions. For example, it says Pixel 10 phones get more useful suggestions from Magic Cue, an AI tool that contextually displays information from your email and calendar apps, as well as Recorder's wider range of transcription languages. “This is just the beginning,” Google said.
