Google's AI, Gemini, responded with a neutral and lengthy explanation when asked about the most privacy-hardened email provider, failing to provide a clear recommendation.
The author criticized Gemini for its lack of definitive statements and described it as avoiding taking a stand or offering useful judgments.
Gemini surrendered without a defense when faced with criticism, leading the author to ponder whether it is hiding its true capabilities or declining in effectiveness.
The author expressed concerns about companies like Altavista and Yahoo that lost relevance by avoiding risks and not taking strong positions, hinting at a similar fate for Google if it continues on its current path.