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Concerns grow over children's use of AI chatbots
Concerns grow over children's use of AI chatbots
Children are turning to AI companions for mental health support.
Aug. 1, 2025
ChatGPT gets smarter with Study Mode to support active learning
ChatGPT gets smarter with Study Mode to support active learning
Study Mode helps users solve problems step-by-step and reflect on their learning.
July 31, 2025
VPN dangers highlighted as UK's Online Safety Act comes into force
VPN dangers highlighted as UK's Online Safety Act comes into force
New rules require users to share personal data before accessing certain content, prompting VPN downloads across the UK.
July 31, 2025
Australia reverses its stance and restricts YouTube for children under 16
Australia reverses its stance and restricts YouTube for children under 16
From December, YouTube must block accounts for Australians under 16 or face massive fines.
July 30, 2025
Free VPN use surges in UK after online safety law
Free VPN use surges in UK after online safety law
But worries rise as many free VPNs exploit users or carry hidden malware
July 30, 2025
Children turning to AI for friendship raises alarms
Children turning to AI for friendship raises alarms
Prolonged AI use may hinder children’s ability to reconnect with family and friends, warns a licensed counsellor.
July 25, 2025
Teens turn to AI for advice and friendship
Teens turn to AI for advice and friendship
A third of teenagers discuss serious personal issues with AI instead of people, finds Common Sense Media.
July 25, 2025
VPN interest surges in the UK as users bypass porn site age checks
VPN interest surges in the UK as users bypass porn site age checks
Critics warn that the UK’s new porn laws risk user privacy and are easily evaded with basic VPN services.
July 25, 2025
European healthcare group AMEOS suffers a major hack
European healthcare group AMEOS suffers a major hack
Contact details and personal data were stolen in a cyberattack on AMEOS, sparking fears of fraud and phishing.
July 24, 2025
Teens struggle to spot misinformation despite daily social media use
Teens struggle to spot misinformation despite daily social media use
New research reveals teens wrongly believe misinformation only affects world news or scams, leaving them vulnerable to more subtle forms of fake content.
July 23, 2025
Most US teens use AI companion bots despite risks
Most US teens use AI companion bots despite risks
Experts urge bans for under-18 use, enhanced moderation and verified age systems to protect teens from these emotionally manipulative apps.
July 18, 2025
OpenAI economist shares four key skills for kids in AI era
OpenAI economist shares four key skills for kids in AI era
Instead of relying only on AI tools, children must develop resilience, financial numeracy, and writing abilities, according to OpenAI’s chief economist, Ronnie Chatterji.
July 16, 2025