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TikTok Hosts Family Academy Initiative in Riyadh to Support Teen Digital Safety
TikTok hosted its Family Academy initiative in Riyadh, focusing on teen online safety, screen time controls, and parental supervision tools.
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Apple Previews New Child Safety Features for Upcoming Software Updates
Apple has previewed new child safety features coming to iOS 27 this fall, offering parents tools to manage app access, communication, and screen time.
Roblox Launches Age-Gated Accounts to Restrict Child Access to Explicit Content
Roblox launches age-gated accounts in June to restrict minors’ access to explicit content and predatory contact, responding to lawsuits over child safety failures.
Saudi Arabia Launches Parental Supervision on Instagram in Partnership with Meta
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Media Regulation and Meta launched the Parental Supervision feature on Instagram on March 26, 2026. The tool gives parents real-time controls over their children’s activity on the platform.
WhatsApp Launches Parent-Managed Accounts for Pre-Teens with PIN Controls and Activity Alerts
WhatsApp has begun rolling out parent-managed accounts for children under 13, giving parents PIN-protected controls over contacts, groups, and activity alerts while preserving end-to-end encryption.
Kaspersky Outlines Steps for Parents Supporting Children’s Social Media Creator Ambitions
Kaspersky releases guidance for parents as 32% of children aged 12-15 aspire to become YouTubers, outlining steps to support creator ambitions while maintaining digital safety.
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Kaspersky Shares Essential Tips to Make AI for Children Safer on Safer Internet Day
Kaspersky cybersecurity experts share practical tips for parents to make AI safer for Generation Alpha children on Safer Internet Day 2026.