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Google quietly updates NotebookLM documentation to makes it clear that it ignores robot.txt. This is how to block it anyway.

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The LastPass plug-in can now prevent access to unapproved SaaS apps. Feature extends plug-in's monitoring of SaaS access attempts. Passkey authentication coming by month's end -- not yet supported.