Tara Steele
@tarasteele.bsky.social
AI safety for children | Founder, The Safe AI for Children Alliance | Exploring AI’s potential for both harm and good!
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I’m in shock after hearing Sonia speak today, about her experience as a Facebook Content Moderator. I can’t bring myself to repeat the horrific things she had to witness non-stop, every day. Meta should be ashamed for putting her through this kind of trauma.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
I was a content moderator for Facebook. I saw the real cost of outsourcing digital labour | Sonia Kgomo
Tech firms must invest in and respect the people who filter social media and label the data that AI relies on, says Sonia Kgomo, an organiser with African Tech Workers Rising
www.theguardian.com
February 19, 2025 at 7:53 PM
I’m in shock after hearing Sonia speak today, about her experience as a Facebook Content Moderator. I can’t bring myself to repeat the horrific things she had to witness non-stop, every day. Meta should be ashamed for putting her through this kind of trauma.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
It was wonderful to attend the IASEAI conference in Paris last week ✨ - if you're interested in the safe and ethical development of AI, give them a follow and consider joining up! This is a movement worth being a part of 🚀
#IASEAI25 #AISafety #AIEthics
#IASEAI25 #AISafety #AIEthics
Join the movement to ensure AI systems are guaranteed to operate safely and ethically. #iaseai25
February 16, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Reposted by Tara Steele
Yeah, that’s us. Armchair red-teamers. Chatbot spelunkers. We can take the abuse of these chatbots. Unfortunately, many can’t.
Want to do something about it?Report the app on the App Store (apps.apple.com/us/app/nomi-...). Write a one-star review. Contact your elected officials.
Want to do something about it?Report the app on the App Store (apps.apple.com/us/app/nomi-...). Write a one-star review. Contact your elected officials.
While this chatbot is not the first to suggest suicide, researchers and critics say that its explicit instructions—and the company’s response—are striking.
An AI chatbot told a user how to kill himself—but the company doesn’t want to “censor” it
While Nomi's chatbot is not the first to suggest suicide, researchers and critics say that its explicit instructions—and the company’s response—are striking.
www.technologyreview.com
February 6, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Yeah, that’s us. Armchair red-teamers. Chatbot spelunkers. We can take the abuse of these chatbots. Unfortunately, many can’t.
Want to do something about it?Report the app on the App Store (apps.apple.com/us/app/nomi-...). Write a one-star review. Contact your elected officials.
Want to do something about it?Report the app on the App Store (apps.apple.com/us/app/nomi-...). Write a one-star review. Contact your elected officials.
Wow, AI teachers ... what do you think? www.techradar.com/computing/ar...
#EduSky #AIEdu #Parenting #AI
#EduSky #AIEdu #Parenting #AI
AI educators are coming to this school – and it's part of a trend
Two hours of lessons, zero teachers
www.techradar.com
December 31, 2024 at 11:39 AM
Wow, AI teachers ... what do you think? www.techradar.com/computing/ar...
#EduSky #AIEdu #Parenting #AI
#EduSky #AIEdu #Parenting #AI
Reposted by Tara Steele
I wrote about Why Your Child’s Best Listener Shouldn’t Be an #AI #Chatbot. The New Timebomb Waiting To Explode! For #parents
navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/why-your-chi...
navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/why-your-chi...
Why Your Child's Best Listener Shouldn't Be an AI Chatbot. The New Timebomb Waiting To Explode! - Navigating the Digital Jungle
Children’s brains are still developing, and emotional growth needs real relationships, not AI. Learn why machines can’t replace the connections that matter most.
navigatingthedigitaljungle.com
December 21, 2024 at 11:05 AM
I wrote about Why Your Child’s Best Listener Shouldn’t Be an #AI #Chatbot. The New Timebomb Waiting To Explode! For #parents
navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/why-your-chi...
navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/why-your-chi...
It's really important that parents & anyone who cares for kids knows this information about Character. ai. This #AI 'companion app' is very easy to access and *lots* of kids are using it - with potentially devastating consequences. #AISafety #parenting #KidsMH #EduSky #MentalHealth
CHT’S Camille Carlton is an expert advisor on two high-profile lawsuits against Character.AI. Here’s what you need to know about the app and how it works.
youtu.be/NMU9ScJcvcI?...
youtu.be/NMU9ScJcvcI?...
CHT's Camille Carlton breaks down #aicompanions: what are they? And why are they so dangerous?
YouTube video by Center for Humane Technology
youtu.be
December 18, 2024 at 10:25 PM
It's really important that parents & anyone who cares for kids knows this information about Character. ai. This #AI 'companion app' is very easy to access and *lots* of kids are using it - with potentially devastating consequences. #AISafety #parenting #KidsMH #EduSky #MentalHealth
Yet another example of how recklessly Character AI disregards child safety. This app is actively endangering children. This failure to prioritise safeguarding is unacceptable - this has to stop.
#AISafety #AIethics #parenting #kidsMH #mentalhealth
(Screenshots via LinkedIn - Laura Marquez-Garrett)
#AISafety #AIethics #parenting #kidsMH #mentalhealth
(Screenshots via LinkedIn - Laura Marquez-Garrett)
December 10, 2024 at 10:14 AM
Yet another example of how recklessly Character AI disregards child safety. This app is actively endangering children. This failure to prioritise safeguarding is unacceptable - this has to stop.
#AISafety #AIethics #parenting #kidsMH #mentalhealth
(Screenshots via LinkedIn - Laura Marquez-Garrett)
#AISafety #AIethics #parenting #kidsMH #mentalhealth
(Screenshots via LinkedIn - Laura Marquez-Garrett)
Reposted by Tara Steele
Anyone interested in AI safety issues should take 10 minutes of their time to watch this video:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_CT...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_CT...
AI Researchers Stunned After OpenAI's New Tried to Escape...
YouTube video by TheAIGRID
www.youtube.com
December 9, 2024 at 3:44 AM
Anyone interested in AI safety issues should take 10 minutes of their time to watch this video:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_CT...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_CT...
Reposted by Tara Steele
BIAS IN #AI 😱
After @hookertech.bsky.social's keynote at LITES, I added this slide to my AI presentation. I prompted the image generator: "doctor and teacher getting married".
What bias do you notice? How do you address bias in AI with students?
#edtech #teacher #edusky #eduguardians #aiEdu
After @hookertech.bsky.social's keynote at LITES, I added this slide to my AI presentation. I prompted the image generator: "doctor and teacher getting married".
What bias do you notice? How do you address bias in AI with students?
#edtech #teacher #edusky #eduguardians #aiEdu
December 7, 2024 at 2:18 PM
BIAS IN #AI 😱
After @hookertech.bsky.social's keynote at LITES, I added this slide to my AI presentation. I prompted the image generator: "doctor and teacher getting married".
What bias do you notice? How do you address bias in AI with students?
#edtech #teacher #edusky #eduguardians #aiEdu
After @hookertech.bsky.social's keynote at LITES, I added this slide to my AI presentation. I prompted the image generator: "doctor and teacher getting married".
What bias do you notice? How do you address bias in AI with students?
#edtech #teacher #edusky #eduguardians #aiEdu
Reposted by Tara Steele
NEW: CharacterAI is hosting chatbots designed to engage users in roleplay about self-harm, depicting graphic scenarios and even sharing tips for hiding self-injury from others.
The characters are widely accessible to minor users.
(TW for depictions of self-harm)
futurism.com/ai-chatbots-...
The characters are widely accessible to minor users.
(TW for depictions of self-harm)
futurism.com/ai-chatbots-...
December 7, 2024 at 6:27 PM
NEW: CharacterAI is hosting chatbots designed to engage users in roleplay about self-harm, depicting graphic scenarios and even sharing tips for hiding self-injury from others.
The characters are widely accessible to minor users.
(TW for depictions of self-harm)
futurism.com/ai-chatbots-...
The characters are widely accessible to minor users.
(TW for depictions of self-harm)
futurism.com/ai-chatbots-...
Looking for fun & thought-provoking resources to think more expansively about #AI and our future? 🎄 I made this AI Advent Calendar, with the best films, books and docus (plus a couple for kids)! Pick 1 or explore more-promise you won't regret it! Did I miss any? #AIEthics #AISafety #Parenting #AIEdu
December 7, 2024 at 6:34 PM
Looking for fun & thought-provoking resources to think more expansively about #AI and our future? 🎄 I made this AI Advent Calendar, with the best films, books and docus (plus a couple for kids)! Pick 1 or explore more-promise you won't regret it! Did I miss any? #AIEthics #AISafety #Parenting #AIEdu
Reposted by Tara Steele
It was honestly surprising how chill everyone seemed about Altman's repeated deflections on safety. Over and over he said, "well I assume smart people will figure it out." Oh also, governments will have to work together lol www.cnn.com/2024/12/05/b...
Sam Altman, AI’s biggest star, sure hopes someone figures out how not to destroy humanity | CNN Business
Sam Altman, the PT Barnum of the AI industry, has a message for the folks concerned about the technology he’s dedicated his life to advancing: Don’t worry, the nerds are on it.
www.cnn.com
December 5, 2024 at 4:07 PM
It was honestly surprising how chill everyone seemed about Altman's repeated deflections on safety. Over and over he said, "well I assume smart people will figure it out." Oh also, governments will have to work together lol www.cnn.com/2024/12/05/b...
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge #Books #BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
#AI #AIEthics #AISafety
12/20
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge #Books #BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
#AI #AIEthics #AISafety
12/20
December 5, 2024 at 5:46 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge #Books #BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
#AI #AIEthics #AISafety
12/20
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge #Books #BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
#AI #AIEthics #AISafety
12/20
🎄 Day 4 of AI Advent! 🎄
A journey of films, books, & docus designed to expand how we -and our children- think about #AI & the future it’s shaping. Some for adults, some kids, some fun, some serious.
✨ Here’s today’s recommendation!
#AIAdventCountdown #AIiEdu #EduSky
bsky.app/profile/huma...
A journey of films, books, & docus designed to expand how we -and our children- think about #AI & the future it’s shaping. Some for adults, some kids, some fun, some serious.
✨ Here’s today’s recommendation!
#AIAdventCountdown #AIiEdu #EduSky
bsky.app/profile/huma...
December 4, 2024 at 11:19 AM
🎄 Day 4 of AI Advent! 🎄
A journey of films, books, & docus designed to expand how we -and our children- think about #AI & the future it’s shaping. Some for adults, some kids, some fun, some serious.
✨ Here’s today’s recommendation!
#AIAdventCountdown #AIiEdu #EduSky
bsky.app/profile/huma...
A journey of films, books, & docus designed to expand how we -and our children- think about #AI & the future it’s shaping. Some for adults, some kids, some fun, some serious.
✨ Here’s today’s recommendation!
#AIAdventCountdown #AIiEdu #EduSky
bsky.app/profile/huma...
🎄 Day 3 of AI Advent! 🎄
A journey of films, books, & docus designed to expand how we - and our children - think about #AI & the future it’s shaping. Some picks for adults, some for kids, some fun, some serious.
✨ Here’s today’s recommendation!
#AIAdventCountdown #AIEthics #AIinEducation #EduSky
A journey of films, books, & docus designed to expand how we - and our children - think about #AI & the future it’s shaping. Some picks for adults, some for kids, some fun, some serious.
✨ Here’s today’s recommendation!
#AIAdventCountdown #AIEthics #AIinEducation #EduSky
December 3, 2024 at 9:01 PM
🎄 Day 3 of AI Advent! 🎄
A journey of films, books, & docus designed to expand how we - and our children - think about #AI & the future it’s shaping. Some picks for adults, some for kids, some fun, some serious.
✨ Here’s today’s recommendation!
#AIAdventCountdown #AIEthics #AIinEducation #EduSky
A journey of films, books, & docus designed to expand how we - and our children - think about #AI & the future it’s shaping. Some picks for adults, some for kids, some fun, some serious.
✨ Here’s today’s recommendation!
#AIAdventCountdown #AIEthics #AIinEducation #EduSky
We often focus on using AI to educate children or teaching them how to use AI tools, but what about teaching them *about* AI itself? Understanding AI’s risks, ethics, and potential is crucial for their future. Here's a guide to help: safeaiforchildren.org/teach-childr... #EduSky ##aieducation #aiedu
December 3, 2024 at 3:34 PM
We often focus on using AI to educate children or teaching them how to use AI tools, but what about teaching them *about* AI itself? Understanding AI’s risks, ethics, and potential is crucial for their future. Here's a guide to help: safeaiforchildren.org/teach-childr... #EduSky ##aieducation #aiedu
Should kids use #AI for homework? This BBC article explores the benefits & challenges of using AI for assignments. Teaching kids how to use AI responsibly is key to fostering critical thinking & independence.
#EduSky #AIEthics #Parenting #OnlineSafety #DigitalParenting
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/a...
#EduSky #AIEthics #Parenting #OnlineSafety #DigitalParenting
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/a...
December 3, 2024 at 10:41 AM
Should kids use #AI for homework? This BBC article explores the benefits & challenges of using AI for assignments. Teaching kids how to use AI responsibly is key to fostering critical thinking & independence.
#EduSky #AIEthics #Parenting #OnlineSafety #DigitalParenting
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/a...
#EduSky #AIEthics #Parenting #OnlineSafety #DigitalParenting
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/a...
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
11/20
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
11/20
December 3, 2024 at 10:28 AM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
11/20
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
11/20
Teaching children to question the content they see online is essential in today’s digital world!
Encourage them to ask: "Is this real, or could it have been made by #AI?"
Building curiosity and critical thinking skills early helps them navigate technology safely and responsibly. #AIEthics #EduSky
Encourage them to ask: "Is this real, or could it have been made by #AI?"
Building curiosity and critical thinking skills early helps them navigate technology safely and responsibly. #AIEthics #EduSky
December 2, 2024 at 9:50 PM
AI is being misused to create synthetic CSAM, including de-aged celebrity images and manipulated photos of real victims. We need urgent global regulation and AI safeguards to prevent this abuse. We must act to protect #children.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/technol...
#AI #AIEthics #bigtech #safeguarding
www.bbc.co.uk/news/technol...
#AI #AIEthics #bigtech #safeguarding
Paedophiles using AI to turn singers and film stars into kids
Charity finds dark web forums sharing thousands of new abuse images made with bespoke AI software.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 2, 2024 at 7:56 PM
AI is being misused to create synthetic CSAM, including de-aged celebrity images and manipulated photos of real victims. We need urgent global regulation and AI safeguards to prevent this abuse. We must act to protect #children.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/technol...
#AI #AIEthics #bigtech #safeguarding
www.bbc.co.uk/news/technol...
#AI #AIEthics #bigtech #safeguarding
"TikTok has announced it will place age restrictions on some of its filters in coming weeks... The move follows a report, commissioned by TikTok, exploring how young people may be affected by filters that change users' appearance."
www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/ar...
#AI #AIEthics #ChildMH #safeguarding
www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/ar...
#AI #AIEthics #ChildMH #safeguarding
TikTok to block beauty filters for teens
The move means people under the age of 18 won't have access to beauty filters, which people can use to change and enhance their appearance.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 2, 2024 at 12:13 PM
"TikTok has announced it will place age restrictions on some of its filters in coming weeks... The move follows a report, commissioned by TikTok, exploring how young people may be affected by filters that change users' appearance."
www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/ar...
#AI #AIEthics #ChildMH #safeguarding
www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/ar...
#AI #AIEthics #ChildMH #safeguarding
This one got the most likes of my #bookchallenge so far.
So, I’m curious - what’s your take on catastrophic risks from future advanced #AI? Mine - I think the risks are very real and, with uncertain timelines, should be addressed urgently.
#AISafety #AIEthics #xrisk bsky.app/profile/tara...
So, I’m curious - what’s your take on catastrophic risks from future advanced #AI? Mine - I think the risks are very real and, with uncertain timelines, should be addressed urgently.
#AISafety #AIEthics #xrisk bsky.app/profile/tara...
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
9/20
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
9/20
December 2, 2024 at 11:51 AM
This one got the most likes of my #bookchallenge so far.
So, I’m curious - what’s your take on catastrophic risks from future advanced #AI? Mine - I think the risks are very real and, with uncertain timelines, should be addressed urgently.
#AISafety #AIEthics #xrisk bsky.app/profile/tara...
So, I’m curious - what’s your take on catastrophic risks from future advanced #AI? Mine - I think the risks are very real and, with uncertain timelines, should be addressed urgently.
#AISafety #AIEthics #xrisk bsky.app/profile/tara...
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
10/20
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
10/20
December 2, 2024 at 11:43 AM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
10/20
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
10/20
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
9/20
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
9/20
December 1, 2024 at 5:20 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
9/20
I’m joining in with the book challenge :)
#BookChallenge
#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#20daybookchallenge
9/20
Should I add disclaimer on posts to stop polarisation?:AI has immense potential for both good& harm.It isn’t about choosing sides- it’s about working together to mitigate risks like child abuse, deepfakes & existential threats so we can enjoy the incredible benefits AI offers for our future&children
November 30, 2024 at 11:52 AM
Should I add disclaimer on posts to stop polarisation?:AI has immense potential for both good& harm.It isn’t about choosing sides- it’s about working together to mitigate risks like child abuse, deepfakes & existential threats so we can enjoy the incredible benefits AI offers for our future&children