Generative AI and education: cognitive risks, regulations, and national strategies (legrandcontinent.eu)

• MIT study shows reduced memory retention and neural connectivity with ChatGPT use
• Norway bans AI for ages 6-13, Finland emphasizes self-production before AI contact
• EU AI Act classifies educational AI as high-risk, compliance delayed to December 2027

"An analysis by Laurence Devillers examines the impact of generative AI on children. An MIT study shows that ChatGPT use reduces neural connectivity and memory retention. Norway restricts AI use in schools for ages 6-13, Finland strengthens self-production before AI contact. The EU AI Act classifies educational applications as high-risk, implementation delayed to December 2027. The US briefly blocked Anthropic models for non-Americans. Researchers warn of emotional dependence on AI companions."