Anthropic’s Claude can now send Gmail emails without asking first

Anthropic has updated its Claude AI connector for Google Workspace to allow the assistant to send and reply to emails without requiring manual user approval. While the feature is off by default, it marks a shift toward more autonomous AI agents in professional workflows.
Why it matters
The move toward autonomous email management highlights the rapid evolution of AI agents and the growing debate over human-in-the-loop safety protocols.
Would you let AI handle your emails?If the masochist in you says "yes," well, I guess you're now in luck!Anthropic has just updated its Claude connector for Google Workspace to allow full Gmail inbox management. This notably includes the ability for the AI assistant to send and reply to emails without additional user input or approval.
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