A legal challenge brought by two 15-year-olds has put Australia’s under-16 social media ban under intense scrutiny.
The teens taking Australia to court over its social-media ban
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Internet Safety
AI chatbots and children’s mental health
It’s not just adults using chatbots for emotional support – but risks for children’s mental health from ‘AI therapists’ are real.
Is the Online Safety Act already out of date?
Child safety campaigners argue AI has introduced new risks like AI chatbots only partly addressed in the The Online Safety Act.
‘Adolescence’ exposes the red-pilled world of teen boys online
Netflix drama Adolescence reveals a toxic online world of incel culture, ‘red-pilling’ and misogyny that teen boys must navigate.
The UK Online Safety Act: will it keep our children safe online?
The UK Online Safety Act comes into force today. But will it work? And what does it mean for parents, teachers, and young people?
Europe is Coming For Big Tech
The EU Digital Markets Act takes aim at the walled gardens of BIg Tech to make them more open. ‘Gatekeepers’ will be subject to tough rules.
It’s Not All Fun and Games on Safer Internet Day 2022
Safer Internet Day 2022 is celebrated globally on 8th February. The theme this year is ‘All fun and games? Exploring respect and relationships online’.
The Big Data Problem (No, Not That One)
Access to the vast treasure trove of data Big Tech hold on how we use their platforms is the only way to work out if they are doing us harm.
Can We Get an Internet We Trust on Safer Internet Day 2021?
48% of 8-17 years olds see untrue or misleading content at least once a day online. Can we get an internet we can trust on Safer Internet Day?