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Children and chatbots: What parents should know

January 23, 2026 · WeLiveSecurity · Severity: MEDIUM

As children turn to AI chatbots for answers, advice, and companionship, questions emerge about their safety, privacy, and emotional development

Key Takeaways

  • ESET addresses what parents should know as children turn to AI chatbots for answers, advice, and companionship.
  • Important questions emerge about chatbot safety, data privacy, and children's emotional development as adoption grows.
  • Parents should discuss AI chatbot use with children and set boundaries around sharing personal information.
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