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UK considers ban on under-16s using social media
4 days ago
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Ministers in the UK are considering banning under-16s from social media as discussions grow on enhancing online safety for children.
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Rising child mental health concerns prompt early action call
Last month
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data privacy
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privacy
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Rising anxiety among Australia's schoolchildren highlights urgent need for enhanced mental health support, with one in seven affected yet many not seeking help.
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Bitdefender launches AI platform to tackle online scams
Last month
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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.
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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.
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Intel using AI to scout Olympic talent in rural regions
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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intel
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.
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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.
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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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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.
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AI transforms artistic creation; 40% of artists use new tech
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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As AI proves its worth in the creative process, 40% of artists now embrace its potential to ease workflows and explore new artistic frontiers.
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Appsbroker CTS raises EUR €2,105 abseiling for Make-A-Wish
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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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.
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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.
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SQREEM acquires TotallyAwesome, strengthens ethical youth marketing
Fri, 17th May 2024
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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.
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Digital Future Aotearoa calls for greater laptop donations
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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edutech
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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.
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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.
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IWD 2024: Women leading the way: Educating girls in technology
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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edutech
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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.
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Auckland AI start-up takes on underage vaping in schools
Mon, 4th Mar 2024
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data privacy
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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.
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UK parents see smartphones as key to children's safety
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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smartphones
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Despite concerns, UK parents advocate smartphone use for under-16s to ensure safety, with recent data revealing shifts in parental attitudes.
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Kaspersky warns of elevated child cybersecurity risks in 2024
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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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.
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Top tips for staying safe online this festive season
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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mfa
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data privacy
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passwordless
Protect your Christmas tech presents: Keeper Security advises on safe gift operation to ward off cybercriminals.
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Digital Poverty Alliance hosts UK discussions on inclusive technology future
Mon, 16th Oct 2023
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edutech
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dei
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cleantech
Digital Poverty Alliance leads industry talks on eradicating digital poverty for a more inclusive UK tech future.
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Blue Connections IT and Dell Technologies team up for charity
Thu, 11th May 2023
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network infrastructure
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collaboration
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charity
Blue Connections IT and Dell Technologies have partnered to host the second annual Backpack Giving Day to support children in need.