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Safer Internet Day 2026 wasn’t just an event. It was a nationwide effort to elevate youth voice, support families and strengthen digital wellbeing. Learn more and get year-round resources. connectsafely.org/sid2026/ #SaferInternetDay

Be very careful before making non-cancelable reservations or transactions. You may not be able to get your money back if you make a mistake. spreaker.com/episode/be-car…

Even if your child is as young as 9 and doesn't have a device, it's not too early to talk about online safety. spreaker.com/episode/have-o…

Young People Starting to Push Back Against Big Tech connectsafely.org/young-people-s…

Young people are starting to push back against Big Tech. Here's why. spreaker.com/episode/pushin…

There needs to be a balance between helping parents protect their kids and avoiding overly complex parental control tools. spreaker.com/episode/parent…

In the fast-evolving online gambling landscape, many apps that look and feel like sports betting are actually classified under different legal frameworks. For parents, understanding these is key to recognizing what might be on your child’s phone. connectsafely.org/the-four-gambl…

AI can sound human. That’s powerful ... and risky. In Doing Tech Right, Kerry Gallagher and Larry Magid talk about: • Why AI feels real • When to question it • Deepfakes & “nudification” targeting girls • How to respond without fear 🎧 Listen now. spreaker.com/episode/ai-dee…

Even though there are a lot of scams, some offers are legitimate. It may be OK to send money, but only after you do some research. spreaker.com/episode/online…

AI has entered the lives of most teens, but teens and parents have different attitudes towards its impact. spreaker.com/episode/teens-…

We must protect children, but we must also respect them and safeguard their rights. connectsafely.org/beyond-the-ver…

What do teens actually think about social media, AI and digital life? ConnectSafely Youth Advisory Council members are weighing in on a variety of topics, including tech’s biggest debates. connectsafely.org/student-perspe…

Uber has introduced teen accounts that give teens some independence while keeping parents informed and in control. spreaker.com/episode/uber-t…

A pair of jury verdicts is holding Meta and Google responsible for harms to children, but -- despite risks -- social media isn't all bad. Many young people benefit from it. spreaker.com/episode/verdic…

You may not be able to achieve total digital invisibility, but you don’t have to leave the front door wide open. connectsafely.org/ata-brokers-ar…

A ConnectSafely Youth Advisory Council member offers a novel approach to protecting both free speech and online platform users from harm. connectsafely.org/regulate-the-a…

Parents and caregivers of kids on the autism spectrum know that online communication can open doors—but it also comes with unique challenges. Our latest guide offers practical tips to help families. connectsafely.org/autismguide/

When it comes to personal online security, it’s always a balancing act between risk and convenience. connectsafely.org/online-securit…

Although misinformation isn’t nearly as horrific as the loss of human life, it’s nevertheless harmful. connectsafely.org/when-anyone-ca…

Two topics are becoming dominant in teen boys’ social media video feeds: Looksmaxxing and ZYN. What parents should know. connectsafely.org/two-trends-in-…

Advice on how to identify "pink slime" so-called news sites that mix facts with propaganda spreaker.com/episode/what-a…