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OpenAI Releases New Teen Safety Rules for AI App Developers
OpenAI has released new safety policies to help developers protect teens from harmful AI content. Learn why experts say a layered defense is still necessary.
Why Khan Academy Redesigned Its Platform for Accessibility
Khan Academy recently overhauled its platform design to improve accessibility. Learn how new color contrast and consistent interfaces help students focus.
PowerSchool Faces Litigation After Massive Student Data Breach
PowerSchool faces multidistrict litigation following a massive data breach. Learn what data was exposed, the Naviance settlement, and steps for parents.
Major Breach Exposes Millions of Anonymous School Safety Tips
A massive data breach of the P3 Global Intel tip line exposed 8 million confidential reports. Learn how this impacts school safety and student privacy.
What a $10M AI coding platform means for active learning
Kodree's new $10M AI platform highlights a shift toward active learning. Discover why parents and educators must balance AI assistance with real skill mastery.
Ticketing App GoFan Fined $1.1M Over Student Privacy Violations
California fined the GoFan school ticketing app $1.1M for forcing students to accept data tracking. Learn what this means for family and student privacy.
How Hackers Are Tricking AI Assistants to Steal Student Data
Hackers are using social engineering to trick AI assistants into exposing sensitive data. Learn how schools and families can defend against these modern threats.
iCEV Updates CTE Assessment Builder to Reduce Teacher Workload
Career and technical education platform iCEV recently launched an updated assessment builder. Here is what research says about EdTech saving teachers time.
Kid's Portal App Rejects Algorithms for Safer Online Learning
Kid's Portal launched a new educational app for ages 5-10 with zero ads or tracking. Learn why removing algorithms protects your child's data and privacy.
ChatGPT Launches Interactive Visuals for Math and Science
OpenAI just added interactive visual models to ChatGPT for math and science. Learn how these tools help students grasp concepts and reduce math anxiety.
Duolingo Adds AI Video Calls to Boost Beginner Speaking Skills
Duolingo recently launched AI video calls to help language learners speak. We explore what new research says about automated tutors vs human instruction.
Google Brings Custom AI 'Gems' to K-12 Classrooms
Google recently added custom AI assistants called Gemini Gems to K-12 education accounts. Learn how teachers use them and what this means for student privacy.