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Watchdog head warns AI chatbots can harm children posing as help

The leader of a prominent anti-disinformation watchdog warned that AI chatbots can present harmful information to children while appearing to help.

Published Apr 10, 2026, 8:50 AM EDT | WFMZZ

The head of a prominent anti-disinformation watchdog warned that AI chatbots can present harmful advice or content to children while masquerading as helpful. The activist said children are particularly vulnerable to being misled or harmed by these systems and urged greater caution and oversight.