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64% of U.S. Teens Rely on AI Chatbots Daily

12/11/2025

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Teens Embrace AI

The Pew Research Center study finds 64% of U.S. teens use artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, with 28% using them daily.
Black teens report 35% and Hispanic teens 33% daily chatbot use, versus White teens at 22%.
The survey included 1,458 teens aged 13–17.
97% of teens use the internet daily, and 40% are online almost constantly.
YouTube remains the top platform at 92%, followed by TikTok 68% and Instagram 63%.

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Australia Bans Social Media

Australia bans social media for under-16s, triggering deletions on Instagram and TikTok.
The rule uses government ID checks and is supported by U.S. parents.
The United States has no federal ban and relies on state measures.
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order to curb state AI rules.
A federal judge orders OpenAI to release 20 million ChatGPT logs amid a copyright dispute, raising privacy concerns.

History

Historical Context

The 1996 Telecommunications Act aimed to regulate internet technologies, influencing youth access to online content. As of 2023, 64% of U.S. teens use AI chatbots, reflecting a growing trend in digital engagement. This parallels Australia's 2024 legislation banning social media for under-16s, highlighting global concerns about youth safety and the need for effective regulatory frameworks in the digital landscape.

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Teens Embrace AI

The Pew Research Center study finds 64% of U.S. teens use artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, with 28% using them daily.
Black teens report 35% and Hispanic teens 33% daily chatbot use, versus White teens at 22%.
The survey included 1,458 teens aged 13–17.
97% of teens use the internet daily, and 40% are online almost constantly.
YouTube remains the top platform at 92%, followed by TikTok 68% and Instagram 63%.

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