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Screen time stories
Firewalla app update boosts DAP security & family tools
Last week
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firewalls
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vpns
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network security
Firewalla's latest app update tightens DAP network security while rolling out smarter family time controls and a refreshed interface.
Snapchat expands Family Centre with new teen controls
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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data privacy
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social media
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snap
Snapchat adds detailed screen-time and friend context tools to Family Centre, giving parents new teen safety insights without reading chats.
Sparkli raises USD $5m for AI play-based learning app
Mon, 26th Jan 2026
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genai
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ai
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youtube
Zurich startup Sparkli exits stealth with USD $5m to launch a multimodal AI play-based learning app for children aged 5 to 12 worldwide.
YouTube sets 2026 agenda on creators, kids & AI tools
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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martech
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physical security
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digital entertainment
YouTube sets 2026 agenda with tougher child safety tools, bigger creator payouts and expanded AI across production and viewing.
Generative AI search lifts mobile gaming ad opportunity
Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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gaming
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digital transformation
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martech
As generative AI eats into web search time, LoopMe reports brands shifting spend to fast-growing, ad-friendly mobile gaming audiences.
UAE tops world ranking for tech dependency & daily screen use
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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digital entertainment
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instagram
The UAE ranks as the world's most tech-dependent nation, with residents spending nearly 8 hours daily on digital devices and universal internet access.
Google uses machine learning to boost safety for under-18 users
Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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e-learning
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genai
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ai
Google uses machine learning to enhance safety for users under 18 in the US, applying new age-based protections across its platforms automatically.
New study shows screen time concerns, Gen Z struggle to unplug
Wed, 18th Sep 2024
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edutech
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productivity
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connectivity
A survey by ExpressVPN reveals 86% of parents worry about children's screen time, while 46% of Gen Z are actively trying to cut down, despite facing FOMO challenges.