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Two-thirds of UK parents back two-hour social media cap for kids

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Two-thirds of UK parents support a government plan to limit children's social media use to two hours daily, amid rising concerns over screen time.
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Two-thirds of UK parents back social media time cap for children

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Two-thirds of UK parents back a government plan limiting children’s daily social media use to two hours, reveals a new Uswitch Broadband survey.
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Firewalla App 1.66 brings zero trust, AI insights & new parental tools

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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Firewalla App 1.66 launches with Zero Trust device protection, AI insights, and new parental controls, enhancing network security for homes and small businesses.
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New Netflix series 'Adolescence' sparks safety debate

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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The new Netflix series Adolescence ignites debate on teen mental health and digital safety, exploring the perilous world of cyberbullying and online subcultures.
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Spriggy partners with Fastter for new 5G mobile service

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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Fastter and Spriggy have launched Spriggy Mobile, a 5G service aimed at enhancing children's safety and parental control for Aussie families.
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Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope

Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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As Australia moves to ban social media for under-16s, TikTok faces intensified scrutiny over its security practices and controversial data collection methods.
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Kaspersky warns of elevated child cybersecurity risks in 2024

Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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Cybersecurity experts at Kaspersky reveal increasing threats to minors in 2024, including AI-generated inappropriate content, cyberattacks on young gamers and malicious app downloads.
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ESET unveils comprehensive home cyber protection product

Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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ESET launches comprehensive cyber protection solution, ESET HOME, in Australia, offering all-in-one security management.
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ESET consolidates consumer cybersecurity offerings with new HOME subscriptions

Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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Cybersecurity firm ESET unveils an enhanced offering with new, tailored home security subscriptions to bolster consumer protections.
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Alcatel strike deal with Family Zone to pre-load security software on devices sold in ANZ

Thu, 22nd Mar 2018
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The deal is set to commence in mid-2018 on a three-year term, with a global rollout upon a successful implementation.
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Slingshot launches anti-porn control switch

Tue, 9th Aug 2016
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New Zealand ISP Slingshot rolls out a potent parental control tool, addressing Kiwi parents' concerns over kids' exposure to online smut.
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Parents concern for children and tech grows

Tue, 10th Nov 2015
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A new study by Qualtrics shows the biggest concerns of parents for their children and technology are texting, sexting and cyberbullying.
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Parents: How to approach social media and your child

Thu, 29th Oct 2015
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With more social media avenues available than ever before, the need for education about being safe online is increasing, according to NetSafe.
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Do parents hold the key to Kiwi students' success?

Tue, 13th Oct 2015
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The strongest educational resource available to Kiwi kids is cultural expectations, closely followed by physical resources, according to a new study.
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Bitdefender launches Parental Control software

Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Bitdefender launches a new Parental Control software aimed at safeguarding children online from bullies, predators, and inappropriate content.
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Free antivirus, firewall from Check Point

Wed, 2nd May 2012
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Check Point launches ZoneAlarm, a free antivirus and firewall bundle, aiming to enhance consumer cybersecurity with robust protection and cloud-based features.