UNICEF has released its Guidance on AI and Children 3.0, an updated framework for governments, organisations and civil society.
UNICEF’S updated guidance on AI and children
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The teens taking Australia to court over its social-media ban
A legal challenge brought by two 15-year-olds has put Australia’s under-16 social media ban under intense scrutiny.
AI chatbots and children’s mental health
It’s not just adults using chatbots for emotional support – but risks for children’s mental health from ‘AI therapists’ are real.
The next big risk for teens? Chatbots that feel too human
Parents worry about the risks of social media – but the next big risk for teens may be chatbots that feel too human.
What are the dangers for children when AI agrees with them all the time?
There are dangers when AI flatters and agrees with young people all the time.
Children and AI – a new Code
The Children & AI Design Code is aimed at ensuring AI systems respect and protect the rights, safety and well-being of children.
Children and AI friends
Children are forming relationships with chatbots, which they think of as their AI friends.
The real winners and losers in the AI arms race
The rush to develop and monetise AI is turning into an AI arms race – but who will be the real winners and losers?
Who Thought ChatGPT For Mental Health Advice Was a Good Idea?
Mental heath app Koko started delivering advice using ChatGPT-3 last week. Does anyone think that was a good idea?