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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.
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt says the best upgrade for classrooms might be removing screens, not adding more. Two years after warning about technology's impact on childhood, he's sharing why less tech could mean more connection for kids.
AI education researcher Randi Williams has discovered something remarkable about how children bond with smart toys, and her solution is both simple and surprising. Teaching kids to take apart and question their AI companions might be the key to raising a generation that thinks critically about technology.
Singapore is pioneering wearable technology that could detect when children returning home after abuse are in danger again, alerting trusted adults before tragedy strikes. The $80,000 pilot program aims to give child protection officers real-time data to intervene faster and potentially help kids safely reunite with families sooner.
Finding balance with screens doesn't have to mean family battles. These simple strategies help kids enjoy technology while keeping the rest of childhood intact.
A kid-sized robot named Robin is helping children stay calm during scary medical procedures at hospitals and dental clinics across the country. The friendly bot from Expper Technologies acts like a peer, listening without judgment and distracting anxious young patients.
A new smartwatch inspired by NASA's Artemis mission lets kids aged 9 and up program their own wearable device using Python, with zero assembly required. CircuitMess designed the fully hackable gadget to arrive just as real astronauts orbit the moon for the first time in over 50 years.
A Kashmiri engineer started a foundation that's given 15,500 rural children across India access to computers and coding skills using affordable technology. Students are now building weather monitors used by India's meteorological society.
Britain is pouring £62 million into developing its own satellite technology, helping businesses and researchers build better internet connections for remote areas and strengthen the country's space industry. The funding will support everything from startup ideas to major commercial projects, creating jobs and reducing reliance on foreign space infrastructure.
The company behind Baby Shark is using AI voice technology and interactive storytelling to transform how children's content reaches global audiences. With 530 million app downloads and a groundbreaking AI exhibition launching this June, Pinkfong shows how creativity and technology can work together.
A college in India just opened a studio that creates assistive technology for children with disabilities, making cutting-edge tools accessible regardless of family income. The initiative combines technology with empathy to give every child the best chance at a fulfilling life.
Christopher "Kid" Reid, one half of the iconic hip-hop duo Kid 'n Play, is celebrating life after receiving a heart transplant just eight days after being placed on the waiting list. His powerful message about putting health first is reaching fans everywhere.
Children at Thailand's National Science and Technology Fair are moving robots using only their brainwaves, coding LEGO creations, and exploring space science. Eight countries brought hands-on exhibits that turn futuristic concepts into playful learning experiences.
Two former nonprofit founders just raised $3 million to launch a streaming app that puts children's development over watch time. Maka Kids uses science-backed frameworks to curate content that helps kids aged zero to six learn and grow without the meltdowns.
Roblox is releasing advanced AI technology that detects grooming patterns and unsafe conversations to help protect the 90 million children who play daily. The gaming platform is sharing these tools with other companies so more apps can catch predators before they harm kids.
A cube-shaped gaming console is proving kids will choose active play over couch time when given the right tools. The Nex Playground became America's third best-selling console over Black Friday by ditching controllers for full-body movement.
Donna Miller has dedicated over 500 hours to Give Kids the World, providing free vacations to critically ill children in her late grandson's memory. Her work helps thousands of families escape hospital routines and just be kids again.
Apple just made it easier for parents to create safer online spaces for their children with a suite of intuitive tools launching this fall. The new features let families control what kids see, who they talk to, and when they use their devices.
Apple just rolled out age verification technology across multiple countries to help protect children from adult content and gambling mechanics in apps. The new system lets developers check users' ages without accessing personal information like birthdates.
A Singapore preschool health program used tele-dentistry to help low-income families get their kids dental care, and follow-through jumped from 13% to 58%. The secret wasn't just technology but combining it with personal support from teachers and health workers who know each family.
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