Jan 29, 2026
By Larry Magid This post first appeared in the Mercury News Whether you’re one of the tens of thousands in the stadium or the millions watching on TV, the Super Bowl is an opportunity to see some great football and world-class entertainment. But it’s also an...
Jan 14, 2026
DRAFT: Not for Distribution This guide is designed for parents and caregivers of children and teens of all ages, with guidance that can be adapted based on maturity, temperament, and past experiences. Violent or graphic content, including videos or images showing...
Jan 8, 2026
by Larry Magid This post first appeared in the Mercury News There has been a lot of speculation and some preliminary research about whether frequent use of generative AI products such as ChatGPT and Google Gemini might inhibit critical thinking. After reading some of...
Dec 10, 2025
PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2025 — ConnectSafely, a nonprofit dedicated to educating users about safety, privacy, and well-being in the digital and connected world, today announced Uber as its newest supporter. Together, the two organizations will...
Nov 6, 2025
by Larry Magid This post first appeared in the Mercury News Amazon has added generative artificial intelligence (GAI) to its Alexa voice assistant and launched new AI-powered devices for children. I’ve been an Alexa fan for many years and have Echo devices in almost...
Oct 31, 2025
By Jacob Bryant Jacob is a college student and member of the ConnectSafely Youth Advisory Council. Social media and our online presence on it have been a way to grow and connect with others we might not normally have the opportunity to meet. There are different spaces...
