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TNB Tech Minute: New York City Bans AI in Classrooms Though Middle School

Sep 2, 2026 · 2m

Summary

City officials plan to study AI in schools and develop literacy classes while permitting its use for instructional planning. Meanwhile, Delivery Hero endorsed Uber’s $14.8 billion takeover bid, citing potential innovation and stakeholder benefits. In a separate move, Uber announced it is laying off 3,300 employees, or 10% of its workforce, to streamline management layers and reinvest savings following a softened financial outlook.

Topics discussed

Intro and AWS AI sponsorship NYC bans AI in public schools Uber takeover bid for Delivery Hero Uber layoffs and restructuring Outro and sponsorship reminder
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