UK teens trust AI over humans for facts, study finds

Nearly half of young people in the UK trust artificial intelligence over humans for fact-checking, according to a major study of over 4,000 people aged 11 to 24 in England, warning that schools face a "crisis of relevance" if they fail to adapt. The survey found 87 per cent of young people already use AI tools, with 63 per cent of secondary pupils using them for homework and 77 per cent for understanding topics. However, fewer than 10 per cent believe their schools are adequately preparing them for a future with the technology. The report, co-authored by Sir Anthony Seldon and Tim Bunting, criticises educational institutions for treating AI as a threat and calls for a 10-point action plan, including a dedicated AI response unit and a network of "AI champion" schools.