Lawmakers concerned over Google's plan to acquire AI models from Spirit Airlines data

Lawmakers from both parties have raised concerns over Google’s proposed acquisition of Spirit Airlines’ data to enhance its AI training models, warning that the move could compromise passenger privacy and data security. A bipartisan coalition led by key congressional figures has sent a letter to executives at both companies, questioning whether the deal adequately protects sensitive customer information. The lawmakers argue that such large-scale data transfers to tech giants may pose risks without proper safeguards in place. The controversy highlights growing scrutiny over how personal data is shared and utilized in the development of artificial intelligence systems.

A bipartisan group of dozens of lawmakers led by Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.) and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) is concerned over Google’s plan to acquire Spirit Airlines data to train its AI models. A letter from the group, sent to Google CEO Sundar Pichai and Spirit CEO Dave Davis, took issue with a proposed $10...