Children stories
Windsor calls for total smartphone ban in UK schools
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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data privacy
Lady Frederick Windsor urges banning smartphones in schools, citing risks to children's physical and emotional health amid new Ofcom online safety rules.
Bitdefender unveils new family security plans for consumers
Mon, 7th Apr 2025
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cybersecurity
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online fraud
Bitdefender has launched new Family Plans, offering tailored security solutions as cybercrime losses soar to over USD $1 trillion globally, ensuring families stay protected.
Australia to test age verification tech for social media ban
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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data privacy
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social media
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digital identity
Incode Technologies is set to trial age verification technology in Australia as the government prepares a nationwide ban on social media for users under 16.
JBL introduces safe headphones range for young listeners
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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bluetooth
JBL has unveiled a new range of headphones for children aged 3-8, featuring safety-focused designs and innovative parental controls.
Aussie kids' social media usage doubles, report reveals
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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instagram
A new report reveals Australian children are spending more time on social media, with TikTok leading at 117 minutes daily, sparking safety concerns.
Blue Connections IT supports toy drive for kids
Mon, 16th Dec 2024
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children
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Blue Connections IT has shown its dedication to helping vulnerable children in Victoria by donating over 150 backpacks and 90 tracksuit pants for the toy drive.
UK considers social media ban for under-16s amid debate
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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data privacy
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social media
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privacy
The UK Government is considering a ban on social media for under-16s, prompting wide debate on online safety and regulatory measures as new laws approach.
UK considers ban on under-16s using social media
Tue, 12th Nov 2024
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social media
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digital age
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legislation
Ministers in the UK are considering banning under-16s from social media as discussions grow on enhancing online safety for children.
Rising child mental health concerns prompt early action call
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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data privacy
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privacy
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information protection
Rising anxiety among Australia's schoolchildren highlights urgent need for enhanced mental health support, with one in seven affected yet many not seeking help.
Bitdefender launches AI platform to tackle online scams
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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edutech
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phishing
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email security
Bitdefender has launched 'Scam Copilot', an AI platform designed to combat online scams, amid concerns over AUD $2.7 billion lost to fraud in Australia.
Location-sharing tech to help back-to-school stress
Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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communication
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children
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family
New research by Life360 reveals over 50% of UK parents find September's back-to-school period highly stressful, with children ignoring calls cited as a key concern.
Intel using AI to scout Olympic talent in rural regions
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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Intel is using AI to scout potential Olympic stars in rural areas, aiming to identify talent and reduce traditional scouting constraints in the lead-up to the 2024 Games.
Security advocate backs Australia's social media ban for teens
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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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
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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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
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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software
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
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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charity
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cancer
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children
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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children
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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edge ai
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content creation
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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personal computing devices
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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amazon
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learning
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leadership
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.