According to The New York Times, Google will allow children under 13 to access its Gemini AI chatbot starting next week.
The feature will be available to kids with parent-managed Google accounts through the Family Link platform.
A Google spokesperson confirmed that Gemini will include specific safety guardrails tailored for younger users. Additionally, the company stated that data from these interactions will not be used to train its AI models.
This move reflects a broader trend as AI companies aim to reach younger audiences, despite ongoing concerns about generative AI’s accuracy and safety. Last year, UNESCO urged governments to regulate AI use in education, recommending strict age limits and stronger data privacy measures for children.
