Beijing Mandates AI Education in Schools
Beijing will make AI education mandatory in all schools starting this fall, requiring at least eight hours of AI instruction per year. Elementary students will get hands-on experience with the basic AI concepts, while older students will focus on practical applications and AI ethics. The curriculum aims to create a teacher-student-machine learning model, preparing students for an AI-driven future. (Business Insider). This move aligns with China’s broader strategy to lead in AI development, as the country has already invested heavily in AI research and education reforms. With AI playing a growing role in industries worldwide, Beijing’s approach highlights the urgency of AI literacy in modern education systems.
Roblox, one of the most popular online platforms among children, has announced new safety measures to better protect younger users on the platform. To access chat features, players will now need to complete facial age verification, making Roblox one of the first large gaming platforms to introduce this system for users of all ages. The new approach enables age-based chat, helping ensure more age-appropriate interactions and limiting communication between adults and children under 16. (Roblox)
The update reflects a broader effort across the tech industry to make online spaces safer for young users.