Teen Accounts Get Tougher With Instagram AI Age Detection
Instagram AI age detection can protect teens who enter false birthdays.
Learn how it works, what parents should check and where risks remain.
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Blog | Child on child sexual abuse | Children | Image Based Abuse | Internet Safety for Teens | Intimate Image Abuse
Harmful Sexual Behaviour by Children the Statistics and Causes
Harmful sexual behaviour by children is more common than many realise. Official reports show that one third of sexual offences against under-18s are committed by other children. This post explains the statistics, the role of pornography and image sharing, and practical steps parents can take.
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Why the Gender Gap Demands Action for Children Feeling Safe Online
Children feeling safe online account for just 48% in the EU Kids Online 2026 comparative study. Girls report lower perceived safety than boys in almost every participating country. We examine the findings, Ireland’s results and why identifying the causes must lead to practical action
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Artificial Intelligence | Blog | Children | Cyberbullying | Deepfake | Education | Image Based Abuse | Internet Safety Advice for Parents | Internet Safety for Teens | Online Safety | Parents
TikTok Face-Swap Craze Turns Ordinary Photos into Deepfake Image Abuse
Deepfake image abuse begins when TikTok users replace a person in an existing video with any photo. Celebrity versions look like fun. The same tools create fake profiles and explicit content from ordinary images of adults and children. Practical checks, privacy steps and clear family conversations reduce the risk.
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Blog | Image Based Abuse | Internet Safety Advice for Parents | Internet Safety for Teens | Intimate Image Abuse | Online Safety | Parents | Sexting | Social Media
“Not My Child” The Myth Leaving Teens Open to Sextortion
Parents who say “not my child” when hearing about sextortion create a real vulnerability. New IWF figures show record UK under-18 cases by mid-2026, almost all involving boys. Device-level blockers and clear family rules reduce the opportunity for criminals who cast a wide net.
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AI safety | Artificial Intelligence | Blog | Internet Safety Advice for Parents | Internet Safety for Teens
A Family Safety Word Can Help Protect Against AI Voice Cloning Scams
An unexpected call sounds like your son, daughter or partner. They seem frightened and need money urgently. AI voice cloning scams can make that voice sound familiar, while a caller’s knowledge of your family makes the story more convincing. Families need a simple way to pause, check and respond. The speed at which voice imitation…
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Big Tech | Blog | Instagram | Internet Safety Advice for Parents | Internet Safety for Teens | Meta | Social Media | Teen Safety | TikTok
Dangerous Driving Videos Reached 1.5 Million Views Before Removal
Dangerous driving videos linked to Ireland gained up to 1.5 million worldwide views before Meta acted, while one TikTok clip reached 150,000 views. CODA examines the moderation gap, the psychology of online reward and the questions platforms and regulators must now answer.
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Australia’s Under‑16 Social Media Ban
Australia’s Under‑16 Social Media Ban Australia’s under-16 social media ban starts on 10 December 2025 and marks a turning point in global child protection online. It finally breaks a system where Big Tech treats children as a crop to harvest for data, engagement, and lifelong profit. For years, platforms have quietly relied on underage users…
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Google’s “Results About You” Shaping a Safe and Positive Digital Legacy
The internet never forgets. In today’s world, where a single search can reveal decades-old posts and personal details, managing your digital footprint has become as essential as locking your front door at night. Google’s “Results About You” initiative represents more than just privacy control. it’s a fundamental tool for crafting how the world sees you and your family online.
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The Rise of Deepfakes
Deepfakes: Protect Children from AI Threats Deepfakes use AI to create fake videos, images, or audio that look real. They trick people into believing false events. In 2025, deepfakes child safety concerns have exploded. Families, educators, and small businesses face new risks. We focus on global threats with emphasis on Ireland and the EU. This…
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