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Google has been testing ads in AI Mode, the search product powered by Gemini, while maintaining a cautious approach to ads in the conversational AI space. The discussions around ads in AI have sparked broader conversations about privacy and user experience in the AI industry.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Google is contemplating the inclusion of ads in its Gemini AI app, despite previous denials. 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