Character.AI Launches 'Stories' for Kids, DataCamp Expands in UAE, and Houston Embraces ChatGPT Edu - AI in Education #33
November 26, 2025 -
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In this edition, we explore a range of developments in the AI education landscape. Character.AI has introduced 'Stories', a new interactive fiction feature for users under 18, addressing mental health and legal concerns. Meanwhile, DataCamp has acquired Optima to enhance AI education in the UAE, offering free access to select content. In the U.S., the Houston Independent School District has become the first public school district to adopt ChatGPT Edu, aiming to improve teaching efficiency while ensuring data privacy.
Additionally, GoVoBo.ai and Victory Deaf Academy have partnered to enhance AI-powered communication for deaf students, and Ellucian has acquired Anthology's SIS and ERP business to boost AI innovation in higher education. The American Medical Association has also adopted a policy to enhance AI literacy in medical education, while a proposed bill in New York seeks to ban AI in most elementary and middle schools. These stories highlight the diverse ways AI is being integrated into educational systems worldwide.
In this edition, we explore a range of developments in the AI education landscape. Character.AI has introduced 'Stories', a new interactive fiction feature for users under 18, addressing mental health and legal concerns. Meanwhile, DataCamp has acquired Optima to enhance AI education in the UAE, offering free access to select content. In the U.S., the Houston Independent School District has become the first public school district to adopt ChatGPT Edu, aiming to improve teaching efficiency while ensuring data privacy.
Additionally, GoVoBo.ai and Victory Deaf Academy have partnered to enhance AI-powered communication for deaf students, and Ellucian has acquired Anthology's SIS and ERP business to boost AI innovation in higher education. The American Medical Association has also adopted a policy to enhance AI literacy in medical education, while a proposed bill in New York seeks to ban AI in most elementary and middle schools. These stories highlight the diverse ways AI is being integrated into educational systems worldwide.
Character.AI Introduces 'Stories' for Kids
Character.AI has launched 'Stories', an interactive fiction feature, replacing open-ended chat for users under 18 due to mental health and legal concerns. Read more
DataCamp Acquires Optima for AI Education in UAE
DataCamp has acquired Optima, a Dubai-based AI learning platform, to provide free access to select AI education content in the UAE. The acquisition includes Optima's founder joining DataCamp as Chief AI Officer. Read more
Houston School District Adopts ChatGPT Edu for Teachers
The Houston Independent School District has become the first public school district in the U.S. to implement AI tools, specifically ChatGPT Edu, aimed at enhancing teaching efficiency while maintaining data privacy and security. Read more
GoVoBo.ai and Victory Deaf Academy Partnership
GoVoBo.ai has partnered with Victory Deaf Academy to provide AI-powered communication technology for deaf students across the Americas, aiming to enhance digital accessibility and educational opportunities. Read more
Ellucian Acquires Anthology's SIS and ERP Business
Ellucian has acquired Anthology's Student Information Systems and Enterprise Resource Planning business during Anthology's Chapter 11 bankruptcy process. This move is aimed at enhancing AI innovation in higher education. Read more
AMA Adopts Policy for AI Literacy in Medical Education
The American Medical Association has adopted a new policy to enhance AI training in medical education, aiming to improve patient outcomes and strengthen the physician workforce. Read more
New York Proposes AI Ban in Schools
A bill introduced by Robert Carroll seeks to ban the use of artificial intelligence in most New York elementary and middle schools, focusing on traditional learning methods. Read more
Anthropic Partners with Rwanda and ALX for AI Education
Anthropic has teamed up with the Rwandan Government and ALX to introduce Chidi, an AI learning tool, to improve education for learners across Africa. Read more
Squirrel Ai Founder Advocates AI in Education at FII9
At the 9th Future Investment Initiative in Riyadh, Haoyang Li, Founder of Squirrel Ai, discussed the potential of AI to transform education by moving towards personalized learning and competency-based evaluations. Read more
MTN and Microsoft to Offer AI Learning Tools in 2026
MTN has partnered with Microsoft to provide AI learning tools, including Microsoft 365 and the Copilot assistant, to its users starting in 2026. This initiative aims to enhance digital inclusion across Africa, particularly for students and small businesses, as MTN reaches 300 million customers. Read more
EF Releases 2025 English Proficiency Index with AI Assessment
The 2025 EF English Proficiency Index has been published, featuring AI technology to evaluate speaking and writing skills across 123 countries. The Netherlands ranks first in this year's assessment. Read more
51Talk's AI-Driven Global Expansion in Education
Roger Parodi, Head of Strategy at 51Talk, discussed the company's global expansion and the role of AI in enhancing education services and efficiency. Read more
MIT Releases AI Guidebook for K-12 Schools
The MIT Teaching Systems Lab has published a guidebook to assist K-12 educators in integrating AI into education, offering resources and fostering discussion on AI policies and practices. Read more
Harvey Expands Law School Program to UK
Harvey has announced its Law School Program expansion to the UK, partnering with major universities to integrate generative AI into legal education. Read more
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