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Gaming or gambling? Lifting the lid on in-game loot boxes

Gaming or gambling? Lifting the lid on in-game loot boxes

Gaming or gambling? Lifting the lid on in-game loot boxes

The virtual treasure chests and other casino-like rewards inside your children’s games may pose risks you shouldn’t play down

Editor13 Feb 2025


Protecting children online: Where Florida’s new law falls short

Protecting children online: Where Florida’s new law falls short

Protecting children online: Where Florida’s new law falls short

Some of the state’s new child safety law can be easily circumvented. Should it have gone further?

Tony Anscombe14 Jan 2025


Protecting children from grooming | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 7)

Protecting children from grooming | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 7)

Protecting children from grooming | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 7)

“Hey, wanna chat?” This innocent phrase can take on a sinister meaning when it comes from an adult to a child online – and even be the start of a predatory relationship

Editor16 Oct 2024


Time to engage: How parents can help keep their children safe on Snapchat

Time to engage: How parents can help keep their children safe on Snapchat

Time to engage: How parents can help keep their children safe on Snapchat

Here’s what parents should know about Snapchat and why you should take some time to ensure your children can stay safe when using the app

Phil Muncaster24 Sep 2024


The ABCs of how online ads can impact children’s well-being

The ABCs of how online ads can impact children’s well-being

The ABCs of how online ads can impact children’s well-being

From promoting questionable content to posing security risks, inappropriate ads present multiple dangers for children. Here’s how to help them stay safe.

Imogen Byers16 Apr 2024


Beyond fun and games: Exploring privacy risks in children’s apps

Beyond fun and games: Exploring privacy risks in children’s apps

Beyond fun and games: Exploring privacy risks in children’s apps

Should children’s apps come with ‘warning labels’? Here's how to make sure your children's digital playgrounds are safe places to play and learn.

Phil Muncaster11 Apr 2024


Cybersecurity starts at home: Help your children stay safe online with open conversations

Cybersecurity starts at home: Help your children stay safe online with open conversations

Cybersecurity starts at home: Help your children stay safe online with open conversations

Struggle to know how to help children and teens stay safe in cyberspace? A good ol’ fashioned chat is enough to put them on the right track.

Imogen Byers25 Mar 2024


Child identity theft: How do I keep my kids’ personal data safe?

Child identity theft: How do I keep my kids’ personal data safe?

Child identity theft: How do I keep my kids’ personal data safe?

Why is kids’ personal information in high demand, how do criminals steal it, and what can parents do to help prevent child identity theft?

Phil Muncaster19 Jul 2023


School’s out for summer, but it’s not time to let your cyber guard down

School’s out for summer, but it’s not time to let your cyber guard down

School’s out for summer, but it’s not time to let your cyber guard down

The beginning of the summer break is the perfect time for parents to remind their children about the importance of safe online habits

Phil Muncaster27 Jun 2023