Children stories
Security advocate backs Australia's social media ban for teens
2 days ago
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smartphones
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Martin Kraemer of KnowBe4 supports Australia's proposed social media age bans, stressing the necessity of robust enforcement and education for parents and schools.
Industry reax: Ofcom warns social media firms of bans without safety compliance
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risk & compliance
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collaboration
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online safety
In a bid for child safety online, Ofcom warns social media platforms they may face user bans for under-18s if new safety regulations are ignored.
AI transforms artistic creation; 40% of artists use new tech
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ai
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digital art
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productivity
As AI proves its worth in the creative process, 40% of artists now embrace its potential to ease workflows and explore new artistic frontiers.
Appsbroker CTS raises EUR €2,105 abseiling for Make-A-Wish
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charity
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cancer
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amsterdam
Two Google Cloud experts from Appsbroker CTS abseiled 27 floors in Amsterdam, raising EUR €2,105 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation at Google's Rope for Hope.
Over 300 million children face online sexual abuse annually
Mon, 27th May 2024
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data sharing
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interpol
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united states
Conducted by the Childlight Global Child Safety Institute and UNSW, the report highlights a growing public health crisis.
SQREEM acquires TotallyAwesome, strengthens ethical youth marketing
Fri, 17th May 2024
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ai
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safety
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singapore
Singapore-based SQREEM Technologies has acquired TotallyAwesome, enhancing their AI-driven marketing platform targeting youth, while aiming for ethical engagement.
Digital Future Aotearoa calls for greater laptop donations
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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edutech
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cleantech
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sustainability
Amid a growing digital divide, Digital Future Aotearoa urgently appeals for laptop donations for their RAD initiative, supporting educational and employment aspirations of Aotearoa's youth.
IWD 2024: Embrace Your Vulnerability to Drive Growth
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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learning
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leadership
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amazon
On International Women's Day 2024, women are urged to harness moments of vulnerability and change to drive personal and professional growth, challenging fears and embracing innovation.
IWD 2024: Women leading the way: Educating girls in technology
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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edutech
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collaboration
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cloud services
New Zealand organisation, Digital Future Aotearoa, pioneers initiatives for digital technology education amongst girls, aimed at enhancing female representation in tech sector workforce.
Auckland AI start-up takes on underage vaping in schools
Mon, 4th Mar 2024
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data privacy
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ai
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healthtech
Auckland AI start-up, MACSO, has developed pioneering technology to tackle the rising problem of vaping in schools and public spaces, supported by US investors.
UK parents see smartphones as key to children's safety
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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edutech
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smartphones
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safety
Despite concerns, UK parents advocate smartphone use for under-16s to ensure safety, with recent data revealing shifts in parental attitudes.
Kaspersky warns of elevated child cybersecurity risks in 2024
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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edutech
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smartphones
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email security
Cybersecurity experts at Kaspersky reveal increasing threats to minors in 2024, including AI-generated inappropriate content, cyberattacks on young gamers and malicious app downloads.
Top tips for staying safe online this festive season
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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online security
Protect your Christmas tech presents: Keeper Security advises on safe gift operation to ward off cybercriminals.
Digital Poverty Alliance hosts UK discussions on inclusive technology future
Mon, 16th Oct 2023
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edutech
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esg
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cleantech
Digital Poverty Alliance leads industry talks on eradicating digital poverty for a more inclusive UK tech future.
Blue Connections IT and Dell Technologies team up for charity
Thu, 11th May 2023
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network infrastructure
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charity
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collaboration
Blue Connections IT and Dell Technologies have partnered to host the second annual Backpack Giving Day to support children in need.
IWD 2023: Starlight’s CEO celebrates 20 year milestone
Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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healthtech
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children
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iwd
Louise Baxter, CEO of Starlight Children's Foundation, reflects on its long-term impact and growth as she celebrates 20 years with the company.
SnapLogic teams up with meetmagic for charity and children
Wed, 10th Aug 2022
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partner programmes
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snaplogic
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charity
SnapLogic has announced its partnership with meetmagic, an online Australian platform that combines business and philanthropy.
Minors using Discord servers to spread malware for cash
Wed, 20th Jul 2022
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ransomware
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datacentre infrastructure
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malware
Online community of minors found creating and spreading malware, using dedicated Discord servers as discussion boards, according to Avast.
Nearly 90% of Kiwis worried kids will give away personal info online
Wed, 20th Jul 2022
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norton
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online safety
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report
Nearly nine in ten New Zealanders believe children will give away personal information online, says Norton research.
Children’s privacy harmed in online learning - Human Rights Watch
Mon, 30th May 2022
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edutech
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data analytics
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martech
Governments failed to protect children's privacy during online learning in COVID-19 lockdowns, says a Human Rights Watch report.