Google to cut Search access for schools that completely block its AI tools

Google has announced that it will cut off Google Search access for schools that completely block its AI tools. As generative AI is now deeply integrated into the core Search experience, managed student accounts will be entirely unable to use Google Search if K-12 administrators choose to disable AI features like Gemini. The AI tools will be turned off by default in early 2027, requiring schools to opt in, while guided learning features will launch as a pilot in select US schools this month.