[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"football-site-config":3,"world-cup-status-en":27,"news-detail-google-chrome-s-silent-ai-install-how-to-stop-the-4gb-gemini-nano-download":61,"news-related-google-chrome-s-silent-ai-install-how-to-stop-the-4gb-gemini-nano-download-en":95,"news-related-match-google-chrome-s-silent-ai-install-how-to-stop-the-4gb-gemini-nano-download-en":26},{"adSlots":4,"affiliateMode":5,"brandName":6,"contentStrategy":7,"currency":8,"friendLinks":9,"homepageLayoutKey":10,"leagueFocus":11,"locale":12,"planVisibility":13,"seoDescription":14,"seoTitleTemplate":15,"siteCode":10,"siteName":6,"siteType":10,"subscriptionMode":5,"timezone":16,"id":17,"tenantID":18,"primaryDomain":19,"countryCode":20,"logoUrl":21,"faviconUrl":21,"theme":22,"seoKeywords":24,"status":25,"ads":4,"focusLeagues":26,"affiliatePolicies":26},[],"shared","Football Prediction Platform","scores_predictions","USD",[],"main",[],"en-US",[],"Football fixtures, results, free predictions, subscriptions, and clearly labeled partner links.","{page} | Football Prediction Platform","America\u002FNew_York",323900000000000000,1,"football.easytestdev.online","US","",{"primaryColor":23},"#1677ff","football predictions, football fixtures, football results","active",null,{"active":28,"leagueId":29,"leagueName":30,"leagueImagePath":31,"seasonId":32,"seasonName":33,"startingAt":34,"endingAt":35,"daysToStart":36,"daysToEnd":37,"phase":38,"includeQualifying":39,"hostCities":40},true,"326135624916537344","World Cup","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.api-sports.io\u002Ffootball\u002Fleagues\u002F1.png","326255613308833792","2026\u002F2027","2026-06-11","2026-06-28",-38,-21,"finished_recent",false,[41,42,43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60],"Atlanta","Boston","Dallas","East Rutherford","Guadalajara","Houston","Kansas City","Los Angeles","Mexico City","Miami","Monterrey","New-York","New York New Jersey","Philadelphia","San-Francisco","San Francisco Bay Area","Seattle","Toronto","Vancouver","Zapopan",{"article":62},{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":63,"category":64,"excerpt":65,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":66,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":21,"matchId":67,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":68,"slug":69,"sourceName":70,"sourceURL":71,"teamId":72,"teamName":73,"teamIds":74,"teamNames":84,"title":94},"In a move that has caught many users off guard, Google Chrome has been quietly downloading and installing an artificial intelligence model on computers without seeking explicit permission from the user. This discovery, first highlighted by Swedish computer scientist and lawyer known as That Privacy Guy, reveals a significant shift in how browsers manage background processes and data storage.\n\nThe AI in question is called Gemini Nano, and according to Google, it serves a specific purpose within the browser's ecosystem. The company states that this model is primarily used to enhance security features, such as detecting online scams and phishing attempts. This integration aims to provide real-time protection by analyzing web content directly on the user's device, potentially offering faster and more private security checks compared to cloud-based alternatives.\n\nHowever, the installation comes with a notable footprint. The Gemini Nano model occupies approximately 4 gigabytes of storage space on the user's hard drive. For many users, especially those with limited storage capacity or older systems, this unexpected allocation of space can be a concern. The lack of a clear, upfront notification or consent mechanism has raised questions about transparency and user control in software updates.\n\nGoogle has addressed these concerns by explaining that the AI is designed to be resource-aware. If the computer experiences a shortage of resources, such as low storage or memory, the browser will automatically uninstall the Gemini Nano model to free up space. This feature is intended to balance the benefits of enhanced security with the practical limitations of the user's hardware.\n\nDespite this automatic management, users who prefer to maintain full control over their system's resources can take steps to prevent the installation. While the exact method may vary depending on the Chrome version and operating system, generally, users can adjust their browser settings to limit background downloads and installations. Checking Chrome's advanced settings for options related to automatic updates, data usage, or experimental features may provide the necessary controls.\n\nThis development highlights a broader trend in technology where AI models are increasingly being deployed at the edge, directly on user devices. While this can improve performance and privacy, it also necessitates clear communication and user consent to maintain trust. As browsers evolve into more complex platforms, the balance between innovation and user autonomy remains a critical discussion point.\n\nFor now, users are encouraged to review their Chrome settings and stay informed about how their browser manages background processes. Understanding these features can help users make informed decisions about their digital security and system resources. Based on reporting from g1.","news","Google Chrome may automatically install Gemini Nano AI on your computer without permission, using 4GB of storage. 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The 43-year-old Spaniard arrives from Bournemouth after rejecting AC Milan interest.","338068147921752065","326135625054949376","Premier League","2026-06-04T19:06:36Z","why-liverpool-turned-to-andoni-iraola-after-slot-exit","Tuttosport","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.tuttosport.com\u002Fnews\u002Fcalcio\u002Fcalcio-estero\u002Fpremier-league\u002F2026\u002F06\u002F04-149034091\u002Firaola_il_nuovo_allenatore_del_liverpool_il_comunicato_ufficiale_dei_reds\u002F","326257545918287872","Liverpool",[105,108,109,110,111,112,113,72,114,75,82],"326257545792458752","326222712592666624","326222713054040064","326255039171530752","326255041188990976","326255041851691008","326257539333230592",[106,116,117,118,119,120,121,73,122,85,92],"Bournemouth","Congo DR","Haiti","Dinamo Minsk","FK Sarajevo","Cherno More Varna","AC Milan","Why Liverpool Turned to Andoni Iraola After Slot Exit",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":125,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":126,"leagueId":99,"leagueName":100,"matchId":67,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":127,"slug":128,"sourceName":129,"sourceURL":130,"teamId":131,"teamName":132,"teamIds":133,"teamNames":139,"title":145},"After Canada clashes, Mercedes confirms Russell and Antonelli can race freely with respect, maintaining their title fight without team orders.","338038136946823169","2026-06-04T18:05:00Z","mercedes-russell-antonelli-free-to-race-after-canada-talks","Sky Sports","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.skysports.com\u002Ff1\u002Fnews\u002F12040\u002F13550676\u002Fmonaco-gp-george-russell-kimi-antonelli-reveal-outcome-of-mercedes-talks-about-racing-after-canada-battles","326257664516427776","Azerbaijan",[131,82,134,135,75,72,136,137,138],"326257536112005120","326257604382691328","326257546392244224","326257565602156544","326257833098088448",[132,92,140,141,85,73,142,143,144],"Monaco","GOES","Nottingham Forest","Real Betis","Street","Mercedes: Russell, Antonelli Free to Race After Canada Talks",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":147,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":148,"leagueId":99,"leagueName":100,"matchId":67,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":149,"slug":150,"sourceName":129,"sourceURL":151,"teamId":152,"teamName":153,"teamIds":154,"teamNames":156,"title":158},"Lewis Hamilton compares new Ferrari race engineer Carlo Santi to legendary Mercedes ally Peter Bonnington, boosting Monaco GP expectations after Montreal","338041462652407809","2026-06-04T16:15:00Z","hamilton-dubs-engineer-italian-bono-what-it-means-for","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.skysports.com\u002Ff1\u002Fnews\u002F12040\u002F13550677\u002Flewis-hamilton-says-he-has-found-his-italian-bono-as-he-likens-ferrari-race-engineer-to-peter-bonnington-at-monaco-gp","326257686389723136","Together",[152,134,138,75,82,72,155,136],"326257545754710016",[153,140,144,85,92,73,157,142],"Newcastle","Hamilton Dubs Engineer 'Italian Bono': What It Means for",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":160,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":161,"leagueId":162,"leagueName":163,"matchId":67,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":164,"slug":165,"sourceName":166,"sourceURL":167,"teamId":168,"teamName":169,"teamIds":170,"teamNames":183,"title":196},"Real Zaragoza appoints Ibai Gómez as head coach on a one-season deal with two optional extensions after historic 77-year relegation. 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