Proton, the company known for Proton Mail, has introduced Lumo, an AI assistant designed to prioritize user privacy. Lumo can handle various tasks like summarizing documents and writing emails, all while storing data locally on users’ devices. Proton ensures data protection through zero-access encryption, preventing third parties from accessing information. Lumo’s features aim to give users maximum privacy, with options to search the web using privacy-friendly engines and analyze files without saving any information. This AI chatbot is positioned as a privacy-focused alternative to those offered by larger tech companies, emphasizing user privacy over profits.