Screen time stories
Gizmo raises USD $22 million to expand AI study platform
3 days ago
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edutech
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e-learning
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genai
Gizmo secures USD $22 million to deepen AI-powered study tools as it targets US college students and broader global growth.
OpenAI details Sora 2 safeguards on likeness & teens
Last month
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physical security
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genai
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ai
OpenAI sets out new safeguards for its Sora 2 video app, tightening controls on likeness, teens, harmful content and AI-generated audio.
Firewalla app update boosts DAP security & family tools
Last month
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firewalls
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vpns
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network security
Firewalla's latest app update tightens DAP network security while rolling out smarter family time controls and a refreshed interface.
Google launches age checks for young users in Singapore
Tue, 3rd Feb 2026
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data protection
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surveillance
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data privacy
Google has begun using AI-powered age checks in Singapore, tightening default safety settings for under-18s on Search, Play, Maps and YouTube.
Snapchat expands Family Centre with new teen controls
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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data privacy
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social media
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snap
Snapchat adds detailed screen-time and friend context tools to Family Centre, giving parents new teen safety insights without reading chats.
Sparkli raises USD $5m for AI play-based learning app
Mon, 26th Jan 2026
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genai
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ai
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youtube
Zurich startup Sparkli exits stealth with USD $5m to launch a multimodal AI play-based learning app for children aged 5 to 12 worldwide.
Generative AI search lifts mobile gaming ad opportunity
Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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gaming
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digital transformation
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martech
As generative AI eats into web search time, LoopMe reports brands shifting spend to fast-growing, ad-friendly mobile gaming audiences.
UAE tops world ranking for tech dependency & daily screen use
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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digital entertainment
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instagram
The UAE ranks as the world's most tech-dependent nation, with residents spending nearly 8 hours daily on digital devices and universal internet access.
Singaporean parents spend SGD $1.8 billion as tech reshapes focus
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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ai
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education, learning & training
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oecd
Singaporean parents spent nearly SGD $1.8 billion on tuition in 2023, as digital distractions prompt new focus on improving children's working memory and learning.
Security advocate backs Australia's social media ban for teens
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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social media
Martin Kraemer of KnowBe4 supports Australia's proposed social media age bans, stressing the necessity of robust enforcement and education for parents and schools.
Samsung delivers standout Business Monitor solutions for today's workers
Thu, 13th Oct 2022
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digital signage
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displays
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hybrid & remote work
Samsung's extensive range of business monitors is the go-to solution for employees seeking reliable, efficient, and healthy workspace setups.