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Two Trends in Teen Boys’ Video Feeds that Parents Need to Know - ConnectSafely Looksmaxxing and ZYN are becoming dominant in teen boys’ social media video feeds.

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

What are 'pink slime' news sites and how can you identify them? Advice on how to identify "pink slime" so-called news sites that mix facts with propaganda

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

Beware of misinformation about Iran war There are already some fake news stories about the war with Iran including a video of a of ship being bombed that was actually a clip from a video game and exag

Watch out for inaccurate online news, videos and images about the war with Iran. www.spreaker.com/episode/bewa...

Advice for parents on teen body image issues ConnectSafely Education Director Kerry Gallagher has advice for parents worried about the impact of social media on their teen's self image.

Teens who spend time looking at what seem to be beautiful people online can develop body image issues but there are things parents can do.
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Teenage girl sounds alarm about AI harms A teenage panelist at ConnectSafely's Safer Internet Day event expressed concerns about how AI can harm teenage girls and others whose images can be manipulated

A teenage panelist at ConnectSafely's Safer Internet Day event expressed concerns about how AI can harm teenage girls and others whose images can be manipulated in ways that take away their autonomy. www.spreaker.com/episode/teen...

From digital cameras and vinyl records to “analog bags” filled with offline hobbies, young people are rediscovering slower, more intentional ways to enjoy everyday moments and connect with the world around them. connectsafely.org/why-gen-z-lo...

Building a Safer Internet: Safer Internet Day 2026 - ConnectSafely This year's initiatives reflect a layered strategy: elevate youth voice, inform public policy, equip schools and empower families.

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

Safer Internet Day is today!

Celebrated in more than 100 countries, #SaferInternetDay brings communities together to promote a safer, healthier, and more respectful online world. Learn how you can participate: safer.connectsafely.org/get-involved

Safer Internet Day is next week! Mark your calendars for our video premiere. Join ConnectSafely and National PTA for a conversation on helping kids navigate online life.

🎥 Premieres Feb. 10 at 6 AM PST
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Watch where you click if viewing 'alternativie" Super Bowl half-time show This year Turning Point USA will sponor an alternative Super Bowl Half Time show, which is safe to watch,  but there are reports that scammers may try to lure

This year, there will be an alternative Super Bowl halftime show that is safe to watch, but there are reports that scammers may try to lure people to fake sites. www.spreaker.com/episode/watc...

Social media often links to misleading so-called 'news' sites Teens and young adults are likely to get their news through social media which makes it more important than ever to 'consider the source.'

Teens and young adults are likely to get their news through social media, which makes it more important than ever to 'consider the source.' www.spreaker.com/episode/soci...

Enjoy the Super Bowl, but Watch Out for Scammers - ConnectSafely Criminals promote fake ticket sales on social media posts, email, text messages and resale forums.

In the run-up to the Super Bowl, watch out for criminals promoting fake ticket sales on social media posts, email, text messages and resale forums. connectsafely.org/enjoy-the-su...

Safer Internet Day on Tuesday, Feb. 10, is for everyone: families, educators, youth, organizations, and anyone who cares about building a safer, more thoughtful online world.

Swipe to explore ways to participate.

Learn more at safer.connectsafely.org/get-involved

#SaferInternetDay

Teen gambling The statistics on teen gambling are startling. Here's some advice for parents.

The statistics on teen gambling are startling. Here's some advice for parents. www.spreaker.com/episode/teen...

Fake audio Even people who are very smart can sometimes be fooled by AI-generated media.

People are being fooled by AI-generated audio. www.spreaker.com/episode/fake...

Today, we are celebrating the outstanding educators, schools and youth-serving organizations selected as ConnectSafely’s Safer Internet Day Grant Winners. Learn how you or your organization can participate in Safer Internet Day on Feb. 10: safer.connectsafely.org/get-involved/

How to avoid 'tech neck' Looking down at a phone, tablet or even computer screen can cause a condition known as "tech neck," the strain and stress placed on the neck and upper spine fro

Looking down at a phone, tablet or even computer screen can cause a condition known as "tech neck." ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher has advice on how to avoid it. www.spreaker.com/episode/how-...

What do to if there's another cell phone outage Millions were impacted by the recent Verizon outage which wasn't the first nor the last time a major carrier stops working. Here's some advice if it happens aga

Millions were impacted by the recent Verizon outage, which wasn't the first nor the last time a major carrier stops working. Here's some advice if it happens again. www.spreaker.com/episode/what...

Tech Neck - ConnectSafely We all worry about how screens affect our kids’ attention spans, moods, and sleep — but there’s another, more physical side to this digital age that deserves attention too.

We all worry about how screens affect our kids’ attention spans, moods, and sleep — but there’s another, more physical side to this digital age that deserves attention too. connectsafely.org/tech-neck/

You or Your Kids Got Tech for the Holidays. Now What? - ConnectSafely If kids in your family got phones, tablets, PCs, game consoles or any other devices that connect to the internet, now is a good time to have “that talk.”

If kids in your family got phones, tablets, PCs, game consoles or any other devices that connect to the internet, now is a good time to have “that talk.” connectsafely.org/you-or-your-...

Helpful Updates from Snapchat and Instagram - ConnectSafely Latest tools from both apps help teens take control of their experience.

Snapchat and Instagram, two of the top apps where teens spend their screen time outside of school, have released helpful features worth noting. These features allow users to be in more control of their experience when using the apps. connectsafely.org/helpful-upda...

AI chatbots and emotional issues The majority of teens are using AI and some are relying on them for companionship and emotional support.

The majority of teens are using AI and some are relying on them for companionship and emotional support. www.spreaker.com/episode/ai-c...

Safety before punishment Kids sometimes don't tell their parents about negative online experiences in fear of punishment which is why it's important for parents to emphasize that safety

Kids sometimes don't tell their parents about negative online experiences in fear of punishment which is why it's important for parents to emphasize that safety comes first. www.spreaker.com/episode/safe...

Australia's social media ban for teens under 16 is a bad idea ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid weighs in on Australia's law that bans teens under 16 from social media, hoping that US law makers don't follow suit.

Australia's social media ban for teens under 16 is a bad idea. www.spreaker.com/episode/aust...

Can AI encourage eating disorders ConnectSafely Education Director Kerry Gallagher reports on how generative AI can encourage eating disorders among young people.

ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher reports on how generative AI can encourage eating disorders among young people. www.spreaker.com/episode/can-...

Video games and attention It's very common for teens to spend many hours a week playing video games, partly because many of those games are engineered to keep them playing longer.

It's very common for teens to spend many hours a week playing video games, partly because many of those games are engineered to keep them playing longer, reports ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher. www.spreaker.com/episode/vide...

Safer Internet Day grants ConnectSafely is offering grants of up to $1,000 to help educators and community organizations organize local events to celebrate Safer Internet Day in the seco

ConnectSafely is offering grants of up to $1,000 to help educators and community organizations organize local events to celebrate Safer Internet Day in the second week of February. www.spreaker.com/episode/safe...

Not all screen time is equal nor necessarily bad ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher says that education related screen time for kids is not the same as entertainment. But even online entertainmen

Education-related screen time for kids is not the same as entertainment. But even online entertainment has a place as long as there is balance, says ConnectSafely's Kerry Gallagher.
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Roblox rolls out age assurance Roblox is rolling out a system to estimate the age of users to prevent kids from exchanging messages with adults they don't know.

Roblox will soon require users to take a selfie to estimate their age in an effort to keep kids from exchanging private messages with adults they don't know.
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Parents and schools can partner for more positive screen use habits in children. connectsafely.org/home-school-...