Ex-Google Safety Chief Warns of AI Risks to Children

What happened

Tom Siegel, former head of Google's trust and safety team, has warned that rapid AI development could harm children more than social media did, citing risks from AI chatbots and insufficient regulation. He urges a slowdown and stronger safeguards to prevent potential mental and emotional harm to minors.

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