Just days before kids start opening their holiday gifts, connected toys are topping wish lists, but many come with serious privacy risks. We break down why these smart toys can quietly collect data on children and families. Teens are also flocking to chatbots. We look at which ones they actually use and what they rely on them for. And as budget cuts squeeze universities, schools are turning to AI teaching assistants, raising big questions about cost savings, learning quality, and the future of education.
Let’s dive in and stay curious.