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- 1New York City Public Schools ban AI use through middle school●New York City Public Schools banning AI use through middle school starting this year
New York City Public Schools, the largest school district in the United States, is banning the use of artificial intelligence tools by students through middle school beginning this academic year. The move restricts access to chatbots and similar AI services for younger pupils, and is drawing attention as educators nationwide debate how to handle AI in classrooms.
- 2China mandates AI training for all students as US debates risks●While the U.S. debates AI risks, China mandates universal training for students
China has made artificial intelligence training universal for students, a policy contrast with the United States, where public debate remains focused on the risks of AI. The Washington Post highlighted the divide, suggesting Beijing is moving faster to build AI skills across its education system while Washington weighs regulation and safety concerns. Commentators see the gap as a potential long-term competitiveness issue between the two countries.