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A Singapore startup just raised $8 million to help kids explore technology without the risks of adult platforms. Their watchphones and kid-safe social network are already trusted by over a million families worldwide.
A security engineer just launched IronCurtain, an open-source AI assistant that lets you control what it can and can't do using plain English rules. Think of it as a constitution for your digital assistant that actually gets enforced.
Discord just proved that user voices matter in tech. After a massive privacy backlash, the gaming platform hit pause on its face-scanning age verification plan and pushed the rollout back 18 months.
Apple just rolled out automatic age verification to protect kids from adult-rated apps in Australia, Brazil, and Singapore. The tech giant is giving developers new tools to confirm users' ages and comply with emerging digital safety laws worldwide.
Google just made it easier for victims to remove non-consensual explicit images from search results with a simple click. The new feature also filters similar images and connects users to immediate support resources.
Google just made it easier to scrub your most sensitive personal details from search results. Starting this week, Americans can request removal of driver's licenses, passports, and Social Security numbers found online.
A new AI model just found and helped fix over 500 hidden security vulnerabilities in widely used open-source software, making the internet safer for everyone. The breakthrough shows how artificial intelligence can now protect millions of users by catching dangerous bugs that human experts might miss.
Lagos State is taking a stand against content creators who exploit children in digital media, promising real consequences for violations. The move protects vulnerable minors from abuse while still celebrating the creative opportunities digital platforms offer.
Egypt's Prime Minister just convened top officials to fast-track legislation that would make social media and gaming platforms more accountable for protecting children from harmful content. The move puts Egypt alongside a growing number of countries strengthening digital safety rules for young people.
A new partnership aims to register and support 1.4 million conflict-affected people in northeast Nigeria facing hunger and displacement. The project builds a digital safety net that can respond quickly when crisis strikes.
A new cellphone carrier called Cape is protecting Americans from threats that regular security apps can't stop, including hackers who steal phone numbers and surveillance devices that track movement. The privacy-first service is now available nationwide after raising $61 million from major investors.
Cybersecurity experts are reporting fewer scam cases in Ghana thanks to coordinated efforts by the Communications Minister and security agencies. The progress shows how government action can protect citizens from digital fraud.
The European Union just unveiled sweeping new cybersecurity rules to protect critical infrastructure from high-risk technology suppliers, marking a major step forward in digital security for millions. While implementation will take time, the move signals a serious commitment to safeguarding everything from telecom networks to energy systems.