New York City officials announced a sweeping ban on the use of generative artificial intelligence tools—such as ChatGPT and Midjourney—within public schools, starting at the high‑school level. The move, aimed at preventing cheating and safeguarding student privacy, will prohibit teachers and students from accessing or deploying AI‑generated text, images, or code in any classroom setting. City officials say the restriction will be lifted once a comprehensive framework for safe AI use is developed, but the immediate shutdown signals growing concern over the rapid spread of AI in education. The ban has sparked debate among educators, parents, and technology advocates about balancing innovation with academic integrity.
New York City to ban generative AI until high school The Washington Post
