French kids use AI far more than their parents think, survey finds
A new YouGov survey has found parents in France underestimate their children’s use of AI. While 40% of 11- to 12-year-olds report using general-purpose AI services like ChatGPT weekly, only 26% of parents realise their children are engaging with the technology.
A new YouGov survey of French teenagers and their parents has revealed that parents significantly underestimate their children's use of artificial intelligence (AI) and feel unsupported in teaching them to use it responsibly. While 40% of 11- to 12-year-olds use general-purpose AI weekly, only 26% of parents realize this. Additionally, 42% of parents feel unsupported in helping their children navigate AI use appropriately.
AI is becoming increasingly integrated into children's lives, used for homework assistance, research, companionship, and gaming features. The impact on children as they grow up remains to be seen, but the debate over who should be responsible for this is shifting. The EU has recently proposed strict regulations on platforms to protect children's wellbeing and mental health, and the French government is investing heavily in AI infrastructure.
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