Children stories
VIPRE launches cybersecurity training for students
3 days ago
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VIPRE expands into student cyber safety with age-based lessons on phishing, AI impersonation and online abuse for schools and partners.
Young Australians back under-16 social media curbs
5 days ago
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education, learning & training
Survey finds 47% of young Australians back under-16 social media limits, but most fear losing news, learning and friendship online.
1001 Optometry launches AI myopia checks for families
Last month
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Australian chain 1001 Optometry unveils free AI tool that scans parents' photos to flag early myopia risk in children at home.
Parents turn to print to ease back-to-school stress
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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Australian parents report rising back-to-school stress, with many turning to printed planners and checklists to cut screens and calm mornings.
myFirst unveils new connected tech range for children's safety
Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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connectivity
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myFirst launches new kids' tech range including smartwatches, cameras and headphones, enhancing family safety and connectivity via the Circle app.
LVLY launches Little LVLY gift boxes to support creative play
Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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LVLY launches Little LVLY gift boxes in Australia with creative, screen-free activities from local female-led brands to support kids' mindfulness and play.
Parents urged to decode emoji use in online chats for safety
Thu, 18th Sep 2025
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Parents are urged to understand evolving emoji codes in kids' online chats to boost digital safety and guide open conversations amid rising online risks.
Bitdefender unveils new family security plans for consumers
Mon, 7th Apr 2025
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Bitdefender has launched new Family Plans, offering tailored security solutions as cybercrime losses soar to over USD $1 trillion globally, ensuring families stay protected.
Australia to test age verification tech for social media ban
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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digital identity
Incode Technologies is set to trial age verification technology in Australia as the government prepares a nationwide ban on social media for users under 16.
JBL introduces safe headphones range for young listeners
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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JBL has unveiled a new range of headphones for children aged 3-8, featuring safety-focused designs and innovative parental controls.
Aussie kids' social media usage doubles, report reveals
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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A new report reveals Australian children are spending more time on social media, with TikTok leading at 117 minutes daily, sparking safety concerns.
Blue Connections IT supports toy drive for kids
Mon, 16th Dec 2024
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Blue Connections IT has shown its dedication to helping vulnerable children in Victoria by donating over 150 backpacks and 90 tracksuit pants for the toy drive.
UK considers social media ban for under-16s amid debate
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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social media
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safety
The UK Government is considering a ban on social media for under-16s, prompting wide debate on online safety and regulatory measures as new laws approach.
Rising child mental health concerns prompt early action call
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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information protection
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mental health
Rising anxiety among Australia's schoolchildren highlights urgent need for enhanced mental health support, with one in seven affected yet many not seeking help.
Bitdefender launches AI platform to tackle online scams
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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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.
Intel using AI to scout Olympic talent in rural regions
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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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.
Security advocate backs Australia's social media ban for teens
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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Martin Kraemer of KnowBe4 supports Australia's proposed social media age bans, stressing the necessity of robust enforcement and education for parents and schools.
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.
Appsbroker CTS raises EUR €2,105 abseiling for Make-A-Wish
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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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.
Over 300 million children face online sexual abuse annually
Mon, 27th May 2024
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Conducted by the Childlight Global Child Safety Institute and UNSW, the report highlights a growing public health crisis.