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Google Drive can now detect ransomware and roll back your files
New AI model detects threats and restores clean files automatically for Workspace users
Google Docs can turn long documents into audio summaries in latest Workspace update
Gemini brings short, podcast-style recaps directly into Docs for paid users
Google launches AI ransomware detection in Drive desktop, trained on millions of attack samples
Connecting the dots: Ransomware has become one of the most devastating threats in the digital era, locking away critical files and demanding costly payouts. When combined with AI and cloud computing, the risks and stakes raise even higher. However, Google is betting that AI models can play a crucial role in protecting users' data, even during an active ransomware attack.
The Complete List of Alternatives to Every Google Product
Discover privacy friendly alternatives to every Google product. Take small steps to protect your data, reduce tracking, and regain control of your digital life with secure, reliable tools.
Video editing comes to Google Drive, powered by browser-based Vids tool
Feature lets users edit videos directly in the cloud, available in select Workspace and AI Pro plans
ChatGPT vulnerability allows hidden prompts to steal Google Drive cloud data
A single "poisonous" document can cause massive damage
ChatGPT now integrates with Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, SharePoint, and OneDrive
ChatGPT can summarize files from your cloud storage and record meetings
Google Drive adds searchable transcripts for video uploads
Another improvement for video content search and accessibility
Google Sheets now offers AI-powered charts and data analysis
It can also generate Python code for complex spreadsheet analysis
A developer somehow got an entire OS running on Google Drive
No local storage needed
Google enhances Workspace with Gemini Pro 1.5 and new Vids application
GenAI does video enhancements in Meet, dynamic content generation in Gmail, and more
Google rolls out a lifeline for Drive users with lost files
A hotfix to get those lost files back
Google Drive users report losing files from the last few months
Create a new local backup now and avoid moving or deleting files
Google Drive is ending support for Windows 8, 8.1, and Windows 10 32-bit
Another reason to upgrade
Google's new "Help Me Write" makes responding to emails easier than ever
Google's AI will soon help users create completely prompt based content and visuals
Google backtracks on a business-disrupting limitation to its Drive storage service
Cloud storage is infinite only until it isn't anymore
Google unveils AI tools for Gmail, Google Docs, Meet and more
After letting Microsoft take much of the spotlight with its ChatGPT partnership in recent weeks
New Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides UI begins rollout
All users should see the new interface by March 25
Cloud Storage Basics: Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, and More Compared
Thanks to a wide array of cloud storage solutions, you no longer have to travel around with a handful of USB sticks or a clunky external drive. Most big services feature free tiers, too.
Google apps on Android tablets receive multitasking improvements
Keyboard shortcuts, drag and drop support coming soon to Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides and Keep
Typing certain words five times caused Google Docs to crash
Very, very, very, very, very odd
Google Drive's new 'Search Chips' help you refine your search results
The feature was originally added to Gmail
Google Drive Alternatives: Improving Privacy and Security
In an age of eroding online privacy, many are looking for a good alternative to Google Drive for their documents and files. After all, why would you want to store your private data with the world's largest advertising company?
Google 'Backup and Sync' users should transition to Drive before September 2021
Backup and Sync is now called Google Drive and before September 2021, every user needs to move their accounts to continue syncing their files. More details and downloads here.