The struggle to protect my children online
3 years, 6 months ago

The struggle to protect my children online

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. When exploring YouTube or flicking through TikTok, they risk potentially accidentally viewing things like cruelty to animals and hate content, all of which can’t be erased from their memories. The Good Childhood Report found that 18 per cent of children in the UK live with seven or more serious problems such as domestic violence, emotional neglect, or fear of crime. Protecting them doesn’t look like banning screen time or scaring them into submission, but it does include conversations about relationships and safety between parents, professionals, and children in non-judgemental spaces, followed by setting boundaries based on the child’s age and development. I plan to stand strong with my seven-year-old, he won’t be getting TikTok, a mobile phone, or Fortnite anytime soon – even if it means he is the odd one out at school.

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Parents urged to be vigilant about children’s online safety over Christmas
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Parents urged to be vigilant about children’s online safety over Christmas

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Parents have been urged to remain vigilant about their children’s online safety over …

Dangers still lurk for young social media users in chatrooms like Roblox
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Dangers still lurk for young social media users in chatrooms like Roblox

ABC  

MIKE LORIGAN, REPORTER: It’s a platform millions of kids use every day. MIKE LORIGAN: In September, a predator contacted this UK mother’s nine-year-old daughter on Roblox. This is the most important thing you’re going to hear all day to keep you safe on the game, okay, if you treat Roblox like it’s a giant shopping centre, if someone asks you …

5 Tips to keep your child safe online: E-Safety guide for parents
3 weeks, 4 days ago

5 Tips to keep your child safe online: E-Safety guide for parents

India TV News  

As children spend increasing amounts of time online, parents face a growing challenge: ensuring their kids are safe in the vast and unfiltered virtual world. Screen time is a growing concern for parents Unchecked screen time could lead to mental and physical issues, like: Sleep disturbances Reduced physical activity Strain on eyes The Indian Academy of Pediatrics recommends: No screen …

Technology Secretary says firms must ‘bake’ safety at centre of new products
2 months, 1 week ago

Technology Secretary says firms must ‘bake’ safety at centre of new products

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Peter Kyle said Ofcom would be telling the US-based gaming …

Children ‘doom scrolling’ on phones for hours a day causing widespread harm – MP
2 months, 1 week ago

Children ‘doom scrolling’ on phones for hours a day causing widespread harm – MP

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Smartphones and the instant access they provide to harmful content …

I was sexually groomed online at age 12 - here's what I experienced that parents and kids must know
3 months, 2 weeks ago

I was sexually groomed online at age 12 - here's what I experienced that parents and kids must know

Daily Mail  

A victim of online grooming has come forward to share a warning to parents and kids about the dangers of the internet. But the stranger soon began exposing him to pornography and videos of self-harm Above, Haynes today attending a a protest at Apple headquarters in Cupertino, California. As a 20-year-old college student, Haynes has come forward to tell his …

What to know about the Kids Online Safety Act that just passed the Senate
5 months ago

What to know about the Kids Online Safety Act that just passed the Senate

Associated Press  

The last time Congress passed a law to protect children on the internet was in 1998 — before Facebook, before the iPhone and long before today’s oldest teenagers were born. KOSA would create a “duty of care” — a legal term that requires companies to take reasonable steps to prevent harm — for online platforms minors will likely use. Even …

Campaign to protect children online
5 months, 1 week ago

Campaign to protect children online

China Daily  

Campaign to protect children online China's top internet regulator has launched a two-month campaign to protect children online during the summer vacation, targeting e-commerce predators and inappropriate content. The crackdown follows a controversy last year that occurred when China Central Television exposed e-commerce platforms selling nude scale model toys to children age 7 to 14. A report on juvenile internet …

A law to protect kids online? It might just happen now.
6 months ago

A law to protect kids online? It might just happen now.

Raw Story  

WASHINGTON — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer seems to have overcome a major roadblock in his own party who’s holding up legislation designed to protect children from online harm. “The majority leader and I have exchanged new text that looks like an improvement to me,” Sen. Ron Wyden exclusively told Raw Story at the U.S. Capitol. While the new KOSA …

Children to be taught to ration the time they spend online in new sex education guidance for schools
7 months, 1 week ago

Children to be taught to ration the time they spend online in new sex education guidance for schools

The Telegraph  

Rishi Sunak, the Prime Minister, said: “Parents rightly trust that when they send their children to school, they are kept safe and will not be exposed to disturbing content that is inappropriate for their age. “I will always act swiftly to protect our children and this new guidance will do exactly that, while supporting teachers to teach these important topics …

Keeping children safe on social media: What parents should know to protect their kids
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Keeping children safe on social media: What parents should know to protect their kids

Associated Press  

Social media CEOs got grilled by Senate lawmakers this week in an emotional and often heated hearing about the dangers their platforms pose to children — sexual predators, videos encouraging suicide and glorifying eating disorders, bullying and addictive features, just to name a few. To comply, social media companies have generally banned kids under 13 from signing up for their …

How to protect your children from inappropriate websites? Guide
11 months, 4 weeks ago

How to protect your children from inappropriate websites? Guide

India TV News  

We are all around the smart devices like smartphones, smart TVs, smartwatches and more are part of our everyday life. These days, children are drawn towards gadgets, which makes it very important for parents to safeguard kids from any inappropriate online content, which has been floating all across the internet. Regular and open communication with the kids Parents must foster …

Opinion: Kids have been used like guinea pigs on Big Tech’s platforms. How much harm will we tolerate?
1 year, 1 month ago

Opinion: Kids have been used like guinea pigs on Big Tech’s platforms. How much harm will we tolerate?

LA Times  

It should be no surprise that federal politicians favor Big Tech. In the eight years since Russia used Facebook, Instagram and other platforms to interfere in the U.S. presidential election, Congress has done nothing to protect our democracy from assault by bad actors. Section 230, which was created to enable internet platforms to moderate harmful speech online, has been interpreted …

Talking to your kids is key in this online world
1 year, 5 months ago

Talking to your kids is key in this online world

Hindustan Times  

The relationship with social media is one of the top five issues parents bring into conversations, in the clinic and with each other, and across socio-economic platforms. The ideal and most effective form of gatekeeping is to collaborate with other parents in your child’s social group and delay the introduction or access to social media platforms. “Wait until 8th” is …

5 screen safety rules every parent should teach their kids
1 year, 10 months ago

5 screen safety rules every parent should teach their kids

Hindustan Times  

5 screen safety rules every parent should teach their kids As a parent, it's essential to teach your child how to navigate the online world safely. Here are five screen safety rules that every parent should teach their kids to ensure their online experiences are both enjoyable and secure.. 1 / 6 View Photos in a new improved layout Screen …

Senators talk about upping online safety for kids. This year they could do something
1 year, 10 months ago

Senators talk about upping online safety for kids. This year they could do something

NPR  

Senators talk about upping online safety for kids. This year they could do something Enlarge this image toggle caption Tom Brenner/Pool/Getty Images Tom Brenner/Pool/Getty Images Senators from both parties are once again taking aim at big tech companies, reigniting their efforts to protect children from "toxic content" online. At a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Tuesday, they said they plan …

Safer Internet Day 2023: Things Every Parent Can Do To Keep Their Child Safe Online
1 year, 10 months ago

Safer Internet Day 2023: Things Every Parent Can Do To Keep Their Child Safe Online

News 18  

SAFER INTERNET DAY 2023: Safer Internet Day is celebrated on the second day of the second week of February annually. Safer Internet Day aims to raise awareness regarding emerging online concerns. Here are a few ways you can keep your child safe online: Open communicationIt is crucial to start a conversation with children about their online interactions. Set ground rulesEstablish …

‘FOMO’: Diving Deep Into What Troubles Adolescents in the Age of Internet, Social Media
2 years ago

‘FOMO’: Diving Deep Into What Troubles Adolescents in the Age of Internet, Social Media

News 18  

It’s FOMO that has taken over adolescent minds today, which is forcing them to submit to peer pressure and consume alcohol, drugs as well as experiment with sexuality, experts said. From the language they speak to online material they read and material found in their possession like cash, drugs, and alcohol, children have been found to abuse their freedom, said …

How parents can help protect children from online ‘catfishing’ and other digital dangers
2 years ago

How parents can help protect children from online ‘catfishing’ and other digital dangers

LA Times  

Police say a law enforcement officer from Virginia catfished a teenage girl online, came to her suburban Riverside neighborhood and killed three of her family members before leaving with her in his vehicle. “We need to be talking to our kids about safety and making safe and smart decisions online,” said Callahan Walsh, a child advocate with the National Center …

Online school put US kids behind. Some adults have regrets.
2 years, 2 months ago

Online school put US kids behind. Some adults have regrets.

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Vivian Kargbo thought her daughter’s Boston school district was doing the right thing when officials kept classrooms closed for most students for more than a year. “It is very easy with hindsight to say, ‘Oh, learning loss, we should have opened.’ People forget how many people died,” said Austin Beutner, former superintendent in Los Angeles, where students were …

Parenting Tips: Here’s How to Keep Your Kids Safe Online
2 years, 2 months ago

Parenting Tips: Here’s How to Keep Your Kids Safe Online

News 18  

Children spend a lot of time on the internet for various activities including their studies. Since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic two years ago, with almost everything moving online, the dependence of children on the internet has increased. As the kids are spending more time online it’s important for parents to keep a watch on them and monitor their …

Tools parents should know about to keep kids safe online
2 years, 2 months ago

Tools parents should know about to keep kids safe online

Hindustan Times  

Parents go to great lengths to protect their children. It's crucial for parents to be aware of their child's online activities and use certain tools and options to make sure their child has a safer online experience. Tools parents should know about to keep kids safe online In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Mansi Zaveri, Parenting Expert and Founder and …

Millions of parents leaving children online unsupervised, poll suggests
2 years, 3 months ago

Millions of parents leaving children online unsupervised, poll suggests

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “We understand children also face social pressure to connect with …

Worried parents take a stand for safety of their kids
3 years, 3 months ago

Worried parents take a stand for safety of their kids

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The safety of children, who are required to go to school starting September 1 with the government mandating physical classes from that date, is causing serious concern among parents. It is not that parents do not want to send their children to school, it is just that the absence of assurance of safety against Covid-19 once out of home …

Should digital wellness be part of the school curriculum?
3 years, 4 months ago

Should digital wellness be part of the school curriculum?

Live Mint  

As the covid-19 pandemic forced schools in urban India to pivot to virtual classes, one found children spending an inordinate amount of time online. In fact, according to a new study by McAfee Corp—which focuses on personal security for consumers—89 per cent Indians believe that schools should educate children on online safety, with 62 per cent of the respondents wishing …

89% Indians believe schools should educate children on online safety, says survey: Quick tips
3 years, 4 months ago

89% Indians believe schools should educate children on online safety, says survey: Quick tips

India Today  

The way we learn has changed dramatically over the past year as the pandemic outbreak forced many schools and educational institutions to find alternatives to physical classrooms. Quick tips to keep children safe online Here are some tips and to-dos to stay safe: Don’t go overboard with sharing - Maximise privacy settings on all social profiles and engage in safe …

How to ensure safe online experiences for kids?
3 years, 4 months ago

How to ensure safe online experiences for kids?

Live Mint  

Did you know that more than a third of young people in 30 countries report being cyberbullied, with 1 in 5 skipping school because of it. But with these opportunities come serious risks," mentions a September 2020-article, titled 'Protecting Children Online', by the United Nations Children's Fund, or UNICEF. It goes on to state that cyberbullying and other forms of …

Google survey reveals that 75 percent of Indian parents are worried about students' online safety
3 years, 10 months ago

Google survey reveals that 75 percent of Indian parents are worried about students' online safety

Firstpost  

Google suggests parents need to teach their children how to choose strong passwords and avoid simple passwords. The latest survey conducted by Google reveals that parents with children attending online school are more worried about online safety than the ones attending school in person. The survey was conducted by Google’s Online Safety Education and the Trust Research team in Hong …

Parents concerned about online safety of children amid COVID-19 : Google report
3 years, 10 months ago

Parents concerned about online safety of children amid COVID-19 : Google report

India TV News  

A large number of parents are concerned about the online safety of their children amid significant rise in digital influence amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report by Google. The research found that parents with children attending school online were more concerned about online safety than ones whose children attended school in-person, it noted. More than a third parents …

How can parents keep young people safe online during the pandemic?
3 years, 10 months ago

How can parents keep young people safe online during the pandemic?

Live Mint  

Over the last 12 months most of us have spent more time online than ever before. While we are fortunate to live in a time where a global pandemic means minimal interruption to education, Safer Internet Day is an opportunity to reflect on what we can do to create a better online world for young people. As a mum, I …

Pupils face falling behind because they can’t access online learning, headteachers and councils warn
3 years, 11 months ago

Pupils face falling behind because they can’t access online learning, headteachers and councils warn

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. She added: “I totally support schools closing for all the …

Have you completed your cybersecurity homework?
4 years, 2 months ago

Have you completed your cybersecurity homework?

The Hindu  

The pandemic has transformed the traditional classroom model to a digital screen — a single pane for the entire education system. As students and teachers operate from less controlled environments outside of school, the need to educate them on basics such as phishing and cyberbullying, and inculcating overall cybersecurity hygiene is imperative. Government initiatives like CSC help students understand the …

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