Students edition
This week: free ChatGPT through your university, a lawsuit about AI detection, and a tool disappearing on 30 August.
This lawsuit shows why an AI detector should not be allowed to convict you
An essay received a 100% AI score from Turnitin. The student fights back, and the court lets the case proceed.
A student at Adelphi University was found guilty of an integrity violation after Turnitin gave his essay a 100% AI score. He took the case to court. On 28 January 2026, a New York court rejected the university's request to dismiss the case. The case is continuing. This shows how risky it is to rely solely on an AI detector when judging someone's work.
Background for subscribersThe lawsuit at Adelphi University shows that an AI detection score is not hard evidence. Even so, such a score can have serious consequences for you. The good news: the European AI Act requires schools to maintain human oversight when using AI in assessments. A lecturer must make the final decision, not the software. If you use ChatGPT Edu, Perplexity, or another AI tool, note it as a source. That way you prevent honest use from being mistaken for fraud.
University gives students free ChatGPT Edu, provided you complete a course
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs launched ChatGPT Edu for all enrolled students on 14 August 2026, both full-time and part-time. The system operates within the university's privacy framework and is intended for research, analysis, and brainstorming. There is one condition: you must first complete a compulsory AI literacy module through Canvas.
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