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The Wall Street Journal is hosting a live, written Q&A session led by Washington Coverage Chief Damian Paletta on Wednesday, November 4, from 2-3 p.m. ET. Subscribers can submit questions in the comments section at any time during or before the session.
Google has turned off its Gemini chatbot and certain AI-powered Google Search features by default for student accounts managed through its education platform. The change follows a Wall Street Journal investigation examining how Google rolled out AI tools in schools and raised concerns about their effects on children.
The WSJ Leadership Institute released its Best Boards 2026 ranking, identifying corporate boards it considers most effective at overseeing company strategy. The report highlights that many top-ranked boards are actively involved in shaping how their companies approach artificial intelligence.
The Wall Street Journal reported that Elon Musk directed throttling of Starlink satellite internet service used by Ukraine's military. Musk responded on social media that any limits on speed or usage are decided by the US military and ultimately the President, not by him personally.
The Wall Street Journal reports that schools deploying AI chatbots like Google's Gemini have seen declines in student performance, with teachers and students describing weakened critical thinking and comprehension. Examples include a Pennsylvania eighth-grader who failed a math final after relying on AI, and a Miami teacher who saw grades drop after her district rolled out Gemini to all students.
OpenAI has terminated three members of its safety team after an internal investigation found they shared confidential company information with an outside AI safety organization, according to The Wall Street Journal. A company spokesperson said the individuals violated policies on handling sensitive information, but OpenAI has not named the researchers, the organization involved, or the specifics of what was shared.
WSJ readers shared mixed reactions to patient portals, the online systems that give patients direct access to their medical records, test results and doctor communications. Supporters praised the convenience of having health information readily available, while critics said the same immediate access can cause confusion, anxiety or information overload.
WSJ personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen will hold a live, text-based Q&A session on Wednesday, September 16, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET. Subscribers can submit questions about upcoming Apple products and features, including a rumored dual-device iPhone concept, iOS 27, and a revamped version of Siri.