Nathaniel Sayasack

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Curiosity, frustration and antipathy: How kids play with AI toys

Friday, September 4, 2026

Claims of “smart” toys go back decades. See Chatty Cathy and Furby. But generative artificial intelligence is increasing the capabilities of interactive toys. The company Curio, for instance, markets itself as a “magical workshop...

In New Zealand, students gain perspective on librarianship

Friday, September 4, 2026

Many Information School and University of Washington students have the opportunity to study away from campus for several weeks at a time. This past winter, students had a special chance to study in New Zealand for an entire academic...