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In Focus podcast | Should the use of Gen AI be banned among younger students in schools?

In this episode, Lavina Jaswani and Deepa Jacob speak to us about the debate over generative AI in schools and whether younger students should be protected from its use.

Recently, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a one-year moratorium on generative AI tools for public school students through Class 8 for the 2026-27 academic year. Officials argued that young children require human connection and independent problem-solving skills instead of relying on algorithms. Should the use of Gen AI be banned among younger students?

Guests: Lavina Jaswani and Deepa Jacob

Host: Priscilla Jebaraj

Edited by Sharmada Venkatasubramanian

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