UK Universities Unmask 7,000 AI-Assisted Exam Cheats in 2025

In 2025, UK universities detected 7,000 cases of students using AI tools like ChatGPT to cheat on exams, a significant rise from previous years. This surge prompts questions: Is AI the modern cheat sheet, or merely a misunderstood study aid?
Despite the crackdown, 92% of students admit to using AI in their studies, with 18% incorporating AI-generated text into assignments. The line between assistance and misconduct blurs, challenging institutions to redefine academic integrity.
At the University of Reading, AI-generated exam answers went undetected 94% of the time, often scoring higher than human submissions, highlighting the stealth and proficiency of AI in academic settings.