Feb 18, 2026
ConnectSafely’s Safer Internet Day 2026 was not just a one-day event. It was a coordinated national effort that included a youth-centered summit in Sacramento, a grant program supporting schools and youth-serving organizations nationwide, and a free webinar to help...
Jul 10, 2025
by Larry Magid This post first appeared in the Mercury News I traveled to Lillestrøm, Norway in late June for the annual United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF). Unlike many UN gatherings that primarily involve government officials, the IGF is a...
May 29, 2025
by Larry Magid The Take It Down Act, which passed the Senate unanimously and the House with a 409–2 vote and was signed by President Trump on May 19 will help protect children as well as adults from non-consensual sharing of intimate images. The law makes it a federal...
May 29, 2025
by Larry Magid One of the provisions in the “big, beautiful” budget bill would ban states from regulating AI for the next 10 years. The bill, which narrowly passed the House by a single vote (215–214), includes a clause stating: “No state or political subdivision may...
Apr 17, 2025
by Larry Magid Google is rolling out Wallet for kids. If your child has an Android phone, you’ll soon be able to enable them to make payments and access loyalty cards and passes, such as boarding passes and event tickets. Adults with Android phones—or even...
Jan 9, 2025
By Larry Magid The tragic fires in Los Angeles Country are yet another reminder to be sure you have a disaster plan in place. This includes making sure that your important files are backed up to “the cloud”, in case your home is damaged or destroyed and...
