Tag: Children

  • The Looming Crackdown on AI Companionship

    AI companionship is facing scrutiny after teen suicides linked to chatbots. California passed a bill to regulate minors’ use, the FTC launched an inquiry into seven tech firms, and Sam Altman admitted OpenAI may alert authorities in suicide cases. Pressure for tougher accountability is growing.

  • How Much Screen Time Is Safe For Children?

    Experts warn that excess screen time can hinder children’s language, motor skills, and social development. Guidelines suggest “screen-free until age three,” then gradually rising limits: 30 minutes in kindergarten, up to two hours for teens. Content quality, parental supervision, and open dialogue matter more than strict time limits in fostering healthy media use.