Mamdani announces ban on AI for young students in NYC public schools

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Zohran Mamdani, a candidate for NYC Mayor, has proposed a formal ban on AI tools for elementary and middle school students in the city's public school system. The policy aims to protect foundational cognitive development, but critics argue it ignores the reality of inevitable tech integration. This marks a shift toward more restrictive local government stances on generative AI in classrooms.