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Addictive Social Media Feeds Hit With New California Law to Protect Children

California's new law aims to protect minors from addictive social media designs and unwanted notifications.

New Report Finds the Majority of Parents Don't Update Privacy Controls in Social Apps

Many people do not utilize the available control options on social platforms to manage their experience.
Only a small fraction of parents implement control options to manage their kids' usage of social apps.

A surprising number of 'iPad Kids' are on X, study finds | TechCrunch

Many young children, termed 'iPad kids', are using X, raising concerns regarding their exposure to inappropriate content due to parental oversight.

Meta to introduce teen accounts' to Instagram as governments consider social media age limits

Meta introduces new teen accounts on Instagram to enhance parental controls and protect child users.

Parents, here's how to use Instagram's new teen account settings

Instagram introduces updates to protect teens, focusing on privacy and parental control.

Helping Children Develop Healthy Device and Media Habits

The Glossary of Digital Media Platforms provides essential tools for parents to manage their children's online presence and safety.

Addictive Social Media Feeds Hit With New California Law to Protect Children

California's new law aims to protect minors from addictive social media designs and unwanted notifications.

New Report Finds the Majority of Parents Don't Update Privacy Controls in Social Apps

Many people do not utilize the available control options on social platforms to manage their experience.
Only a small fraction of parents implement control options to manage their kids' usage of social apps.

A surprising number of 'iPad Kids' are on X, study finds | TechCrunch

Many young children, termed 'iPad kids', are using X, raising concerns regarding their exposure to inappropriate content due to parental oversight.

Meta to introduce teen accounts' to Instagram as governments consider social media age limits

Meta introduces new teen accounts on Instagram to enhance parental controls and protect child users.

Parents, here's how to use Instagram's new teen account settings

Instagram introduces updates to protect teens, focusing on privacy and parental control.

Helping Children Develop Healthy Device and Media Habits

The Glossary of Digital Media Platforms provides essential tools for parents to manage their children's online presence and safety.
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#child-safety

Roblox to ban young children from messaging others

Roblox will block messaging for under-13s to improve child safety, requiring parental consent for direct messages.

The Pinwheel Watch is a kid-safe Apple Watch Ultra lookalike to placate your tween

The Pinwheel Watch is a stylish smartwatch designed for kids, featuring parental oversight and various fun and communication functionalities.

EE warns parents against giving children under 11 a smartphone

EE advises against giving smartphones to children under 11, recommending basic phones for safety and limited access to online content.

Australia plans a social media ban for children under 16

Australia is instituting a 16-year age limit for social media use to protect children.
Social media platforms will be responsible for compliance with the new legislation.

Roblox debuts new child protection, parental control features

Roblox is implementing new safety measures for users under 13 to enhance child safety and parental control on the platform.

Meta will now let young kids chat in VR - but only with their parents' approval

Meta allows kids 10-12 to interact in VR with parental approval.

Roblox to ban young children from messaging others

Roblox will block messaging for under-13s to improve child safety, requiring parental consent for direct messages.

The Pinwheel Watch is a kid-safe Apple Watch Ultra lookalike to placate your tween

The Pinwheel Watch is a stylish smartwatch designed for kids, featuring parental oversight and various fun and communication functionalities.

EE warns parents against giving children under 11 a smartphone

EE advises against giving smartphones to children under 11, recommending basic phones for safety and limited access to online content.

Australia plans a social media ban for children under 16

Australia is instituting a 16-year age limit for social media use to protect children.
Social media platforms will be responsible for compliance with the new legislation.

Roblox debuts new child protection, parental control features

Roblox is implementing new safety measures for users under 13 to enhance child safety and parental control on the platform.

Meta will now let young kids chat in VR - but only with their parents' approval

Meta allows kids 10-12 to interact in VR with parental approval.
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#childrens-mental-health

NY passes milestone ban on 'addictive' social media feeds for children

New York passed a law to give parents more control over children's social media use, potentially impacting nationwide regulations.

Exclusive | These parents won't give their kids iPhones - but they have clever work-arounds: 'I can't keep them in a bubble forever'

Parents are implementing stricter controls on device usage for their children to combat screen addiction and ensure healthier lifestyles.

NY passes milestone ban on 'addictive' social media feeds for children

New York passed a law to give parents more control over children's social media use, potentially impacting nationwide regulations.

Exclusive | These parents won't give their kids iPhones - but they have clever work-arounds: 'I can't keep them in a bubble forever'

Parents are implementing stricter controls on device usage for their children to combat screen addiction and ensure healthier lifestyles.
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#online-safety

Smartphone ban for kids 'worth considering' - MPs

The Education Select Committee proposes banning smartphones for under-16s due to serious dangers online, urging government action and parent control.

Australia Pushes Ahead With Teen Social Media Ban

The bill seeks to set a minimum age for social media, shifting enforcement responsibility to platforms.

What Is The Kiddle Search Engine And Is It Owned By Google? - SlashGear

Kiddle offers a safe search engine option for children by filtering out inappropriate content.

Smartphone ban for kids 'worth considering' - MPs

The Education Select Committee proposes banning smartphones for under-16s due to serious dangers online, urging government action and parent control.

Australia Pushes Ahead With Teen Social Media Ban

The bill seeks to set a minimum age for social media, shifting enforcement responsibility to platforms.

What Is The Kiddle Search Engine And Is It Owned By Google? - SlashGear

Kiddle offers a safe search engine option for children by filtering out inappropriate content.
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#teen-safety

YouTube will limit fitness and weight video recommendations to European teens

YouTube's new safeguards aim to protect teens by limiting harmful content exposure and enhancing parental controls.
Crisis center panels for teens will offer access to live support services when engaging with sensitive content.
YouTube acknowledges that certain video categories can negatively influence teens if viewed frequently.

Snapchat Adds New Safety Features, Including Live Location Requests

Snapchat introduces features to enhance parental awareness of teen location sharing.

YouTube will limit fitness and weight video recommendations to European teens

YouTube's new safeguards aim to protect teens by limiting harmful content exposure and enhancing parental controls.
Crisis center panels for teens will offer access to live support services when engaging with sensitive content.
YouTube acknowledges that certain video categories can negatively influence teens if viewed frequently.

Snapchat Adds New Safety Features, Including Live Location Requests

Snapchat introduces features to enhance parental awareness of teen location sharing.
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I found the best smartwatch for kids, and it's not an Apple Watch or Garmin

Google's Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatch for kids encourages physical activity through gamification, combining robust features with fun interactions.
#google-wallet

Kids with Android phones will be able to use Google Wallet tap-to-pay soon

Kids can use Google Wallet to make in-store purchases under parental supervision starting next year.

Children with Android phones will be able to use Google Wallet's tap-to-pay next year

Google Wallet for kids launches in 2025, enhancing parental control over children's spending with tap-to-pay functionality.

Kids with Android phones will be able to use Google Wallet tap-to-pay soon

Kids can use Google Wallet to make in-store purchases under parental supervision starting next year.

Children with Android phones will be able to use Google Wallet's tap-to-pay next year

Google Wallet for kids launches in 2025, enhancing parental control over children's spending with tap-to-pay functionality.
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The Fitbit Ace LTE, a great kids' smartwatch, hits its lowest price

The Fitbit Ace LTE is a secure smart option for kids, enhancing communication and activity tracking without the risks of a full smartphone.
#family-dynamics

My Family Was On A TLC Reality Show. Here's The Dark Secret That Never Aired.

The author reflects on their restrictive upbringing in a large family and the cult-like control exerted by their parents.

SHOULD PARENTS GET EXTRA VOTES?

The debate on granting voting rights to children highlights significant practical challenges regarding parental control and representation in voting.

My Family Was On A TLC Reality Show. Here's The Dark Secret That Never Aired.

The author reflects on their restrictive upbringing in a large family and the cult-like control exerted by their parents.

SHOULD PARENTS GET EXTRA VOTES?

The debate on granting voting rights to children highlights significant practical challenges regarding parental control and representation in voting.
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I Thought I Knew My Mom. Then I Found A Grainy Polaroid That Forced Me To Reconsider.

The author reflects on the complex relationship with her mother, revealing a journey of understanding and reconciling past conflicts as she prepares for adulthood.
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The Benefit And Folly of AI in Education: Navigating Ethical Challenges and Cognitive Development | HackerNoon

AI conversational agents for children risk exposing them to inappropriate content despite being designed for educational purposes.
#privacy

Snapchat Announces New Parental Oversight and Management Improvements

Snapchat is updating its parental control tools, making it easier for parents to manage their child's exposure on the app.
The updates include an overview of safety and privacy settings, improved visibility of the Family Center, and the option to opt-out of the 'My AI' chatbot.

How to See Someone's Activity on Facebook: 5 Useful Way

Using Msafely, parents can view a person's Facebook activity, including messages, while respecting privacy boundaries.

Snapchat Announces New Parental Oversight and Management Improvements

Snapchat is updating its parental control tools, making it easier for parents to manage their child's exposure on the app.
The updates include an overview of safety and privacy settings, improved visibility of the Family Center, and the option to opt-out of the 'My AI' chatbot.

How to See Someone's Activity on Facebook: 5 Useful Way

Using Msafely, parents can view a person's Facebook activity, including messages, while respecting privacy boundaries.
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YouTube Adds New Supervisory Tools for Teen Users

YouTube is introducing a Family Center hub for enhanced parental oversight of teens' activities on the platform.

Uber tweaks its teen accounts to allow parents to book rides

Uber enhances ride-hailing for teenagers, allowing parents to book rides and expanding scheduling capabilities in response to user feedback.

Skip the Apple Watch: Google's Fitbit Ace LTE is the best smartwatch for your kids

Fitbit Ace and Google Smartwatches offer rich features for kids' physical activity and playtime with some limitations.

Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatch pulls kids from screens to indulge in rewarding playtime - Yanko Design

Controlling screen time is a significant concern for parents of primary school children, leading to the development of innovative wearables like the Fitbit Ace LTE.
#social-media-regulation

Here's what NY push to restrict kids' 'addictive' social media feeds will mean for parents

Parents in New York may soon gain control over their child's social media use through a first-of-its-kind legislation to protect minors from addictive algorithm-based feeds.

New York to ban 'addictive' suggested posts on social media feeds for kids

Parents in NY can block social media algorithm suggestions for kids under 18, aiming to reduce addictive content and require parental consent for suggested posts and notifications.

Ron DeSantis signs bill requiring parental consent for kids under 16 to hold social media accounts

Parents gain control over teen social media access
Bill mandates age verification for websites

Here's what NY push to restrict kids' 'addictive' social media feeds will mean for parents

Parents in New York may soon gain control over their child's social media use through a first-of-its-kind legislation to protect minors from addictive algorithm-based feeds.

New York to ban 'addictive' suggested posts on social media feeds for kids

Parents in NY can block social media algorithm suggestions for kids under 18, aiming to reduce addictive content and require parental consent for suggested posts and notifications.

Ron DeSantis signs bill requiring parental consent for kids under 16 to hold social media accounts

Parents gain control over teen social media access
Bill mandates age verification for websites
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#privacy-settings

Social Media and Kids Safety: Safety Measures Apps

Social media impact on kids' mental health
Importance of parental control on social media apps

Snapchat Announces New Parental Oversight and Management Improvements

Snapchat is rolling out updates to its parental control and supervision tools, making it easier for parents to manage their kids' exposure levels on the app.
The updates include a new overview of safety and privacy settings for teen users, a more prominent placement of the Family Center in the app, and the option for parents to opt their teens out of the 'My AI' chatbot tool.

Social Media and Kids Safety: Safety Measures Apps

Social media impact on kids' mental health
Importance of parental control on social media apps

Snapchat Announces New Parental Oversight and Management Improvements

Snapchat is rolling out updates to its parental control and supervision tools, making it easier for parents to manage their kids' exposure levels on the app.
The updates include a new overview of safety and privacy settings for teen users, a more prominent placement of the Family Center in the app, and the option for parents to opt their teens out of the 'My AI' chatbot tool.
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MMGuardian enters a crowded kid-safe-phone market | TechCrunch

The MMGuardian Phone is a smartphone designed with parental control tools to make phone use safer for kids and teenagers.
The phone uses AI to scan texts and images on the child's phone, providing extra protection against issues like sexting and cyberbullying.

Apple is fixing a years-old parental control bug that lets kids avoid web filters

Apple is fixing a bug in Screen Time that allowed kids to bypass content restrictions, highlighting potential issues with the parental control feature.

Meta will soon let kids aged 10 to 12 interact with others in VR with their parents' approval | TechCrunch

Children aged 10-12 can now interact in VR with parental approval, fostering tech familiarity and potential competition with other platforms.
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