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Responsible Use of AI

AI tools are powerful and everywhere. Learn how to use them wisely, protect your data, and stay critical of what they produce.

700M+
people use AI chatbots monthly worldwide as of 2025
62%
of students have used AI to help with schoolwork
1 in 3
AI responses contain inaccuracies that users cannot detect

10 Rules for Responsible AI Use

Use AI as a tool — not a replacement for your own thinking, judgement, or privacy.

1
Verify everything AI tells you
AI tools can generate false or outdated information confidently. Always cross-check facts using trusted sources before sharing or acting on them.
2
Never share personal or sensitive data
Passwords, ID numbers, financial details, and health information should never be entered into an AI chatbot — inputs may be stored or reviewed.
3
Be transparent when you use AI at school or work
Submitting AI-generated content as your own without disclosure may violate academic or workplace policies. Always check the rules first.
4
Understand AI has biases
AI models are trained on human-generated data and can reflect and amplify real-world biases. Think critically about the results you receive.
5
Review AI privacy policies before you sign up
Some AI tools collect and sell your conversation data. Read what data they store, how long they keep it, and whether they share it with third parties.
6
Do not rely on AI for medical, legal or financial decisions
AI is not a licensed professional. For important life decisions, always consult a qualified expert — AI errors in these areas can cause serious harm.
7
Be aware of AI-generated images and audio
Photos, videos, and voices can be fabricated by AI. Do not take visual or audio content at face value — especially if it appears in a political or personal context.
8
Protect children from unsupervised AI use
Age-appropriate supervision is important. Many AI tools have no content filters and can expose children to harmful, inappropriate or misleading content.
9
Report harmful AI-generated content
If you encounter AI-generated content used to harass, defame, defraud, or harm someone, report it to the platform and to CyberTips Bermuda.
10
Stay informed as AI evolves rapidly
AI capabilities are changing every month. Commit to ongoing learning about how these tools work, what their limitations are, and what the law says about their use.

What Never to Share with an AI Tool

Your inputs can be stored, used to train models, or exposed in a breach. Treat AI chatbots like a public forum.

Passwords and PINs
Never type passwords, security questions, or account PINs into an AI chatbot, even to ask for help with account security.
National ID and passport numbers
Identity documents can be used for fraud. Do not share them in any AI tool, even for translation or formatting purposes.
Financial and banking details
Account numbers, credit card details, and transaction history are all sensitive. No legitimate AI task requires this information.
Private medical information
Health data is among the most sensitive personal information. Use a real healthcare provider for medical questions.
Confidential work or client data
Business strategies, client names, contracts, and internal reports must not be entered into public AI tools without explicit organisational approval.
Other people's personal information
Do not paste or describe private details about friends, family, or colleagues into an AI tool without their consent.

AI and Academic Integrity

Using AI to complete assignments without disclosure is a form of academic dishonesty in most schools and universities. Know your institution's policy before you use it.

Always disclose when AI was used in your submitted work.
Using AI to write an essay you claim as your own is plagiarism in most institutions.
AI-assisted research must be verified — AI tools fabricate citations regularly.
Your school may use AI detection tools to identify submitted work.

Spotting AI Misinformation

AI tools can produce false information that sounds completely convincing. Always verify facts from a trusted source before acting on them.

Search the claimed fact on at least two trusted news or government sources.
Check whether the AI cited a real, accessible source — not a fabricated one.
Be especially sceptical of statistics, quotes, and scientific claims from AI.
If in doubt, ask a librarian, teacher, or subject expert to verify.

Concerned about AI misuse?

If you have been harmed by AI-generated content or deepfakes, report it to CyberTips Bermuda.

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