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The Plight of Babes in AI Toyland

Artificial intelligence has become a part of the toys our children play with. But are there problems with putting our babes in AI Toyland?

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Parenting

Your Algorithm Is Fooling You

Study suggests that personalized algorithms can lead users to wrong conclusions and a false sense of understanding.

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Technology

Thanks, AI: The New Danger of Promptware

The widespread adoption of AI has brought with it some new security vulnerabilities. One such issue? The rise of “promptware.”

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Technology

BePresent – Screen Time App Review

BePresent promises to help users get control of their screentime habits. We reviewed the app to see how it works.

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Technology

Kids and Entertainment: Teaching Discernment

Question: How can I help my kids make wise media choices? I’m extremely frustrated with the growing toxicity of so-called “entertainment,” but short of moving

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Technology

Discerning Video Game Addiction in Kids

Question: How can I tell whether or not my child is actually addicted to video and computer games? He spends a lot of time gaming,

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Technology

When Should Kids Play Video Games?

What’s the last thing you do before you go to sleep? Finish cleaning the kitchen? Brush your teeth? Tuck your kids into bed? For most

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