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Policy·6d ago·all news from September 9, 2026

Microsoft Reaches Pact With Teachers Union to Keep AI in the Classroom

Microsoft has established a new set of privacy and safety principles for AI in schools following an agreement with the American Federation of Teachers and its New York City affiliate. The policy aims to address growing concerns regarding student data protection after major school districts implemented bans on student-facing AI tools. These guidelines attempt to balance the integration of emerging technology with educator oversight and institutional privacy standards.

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