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GoFan Parent Fined $1.1M for Violating Student Privacy
California regulators fined PlayOn, the company behind GoFan, $1.1 million for forcing families to share data to access school event tickets.
GPT-5.3's 'Smoother' Chat May Dull Student Critical Thinking
OpenAI's GPT-5.3 Instant removes conversational "caveats" to improve flow. Research warns this smoother experience may erode student critical thinking skills.
New ChatGPT Safety Features Arrive as Lawsuits Mount
OpenAI adds "trusted contacts" and updates distress detection in ChatGPT. We analyze the new features and the mounting lawsuits regarding teen safety.
Google Trains Teachers on AI; States Sue Over Vaccines
Google and ISTE partner to train 6 million educators on AI literacy. Plus, states sue federal agencies over vaccine changes that impact school enrollment.
Ivy League Schools Now Accept Duolingo English Test
Top universities like Harvard and Yale now accept the Duolingo English Test. Learn how this $59 app-based exam is replacing traditional testing for students.
GitHub Adds AI Tutoring to Computer Science Classes
GitHub partners with Codio to bring AI coaching to 500,000 students. Learn how these new tools impact grading, feedback, and academic integrity.
Turnitin Data: 15% of Student Essays Now Mostly AI-Generated
Turnitin data reveals 15% of student essays are now majority AI-generated. Learn how schools are reacting and how to protect your child from false accusations.
FBI Investigates LAUSD: What the AI Probe Means for Schools
FBI agents raided LAUSD headquarters over a failed AI chatbot deal. Learn how school procurement rules impact your child's data privacy and education funding.
Panorama Education Launches AI Career and Tutoring Tools
Panorama Education adds AI tutoring and career exploration tools. Learn how these features aim to fix the counseling gap while protecting student privacy.
Virtual 1:1 Tutoring Closes First-Grade Reading Gaps
New research from Johns Hopkins shows 15 minutes of daily virtual tutoring helps first graders catch up on reading skills as effectively as in-person help.
Reddit Fined £14m for Failing to Protect Children's Data
The ICO fined Reddit £14.47m for failing to check users' ages and protect children's data. Learn what this means for family online safety.
New Data Shows AI Tools Can Boost Student Reading Habits
New data from Pearson shows embedded AI tools increase active reading behaviors by up to 23 times, challenging fears that AI only promotes academic shortcuts.