When children use digital media together with parents, siblings or friends, it becomes a different experience than when it's done alone.

Added protection makes Google+ a teen-friendly social network.

Safer Internet Day on 7th February is Connecting Generations with the slogan "Discovering the digital world together safely".

Mobile Internet gadgets are becoming ever increasingly important in children and young people's lives, a new Childwise report suggests.

'Can our family escape the tyranny of the screen?' Stephen Carrick-Davies asks in an article in the Guardian.

Kids and Media gives you tips on good Christmas films for families and children alike.

A survey shows that 64 per cent of Britons let their children use their mobile devices.

28 leading companies have come together to form a new Coalition.

The SIP Bench II project seeks parents who would like to test an online protection tool.

Vodafone has launched a free parental controls app for Android smartphones.

A newly developed app rating system will utilise the ESRB age rating icons.

Four leading Internet providers will offer the option to block inappropriate content.

Children who follow house rules have less negative experiences online, according to a study by Symantec.

The SIP Bench II project aims to help parents choose the parental control tool that best suits their needs.

A wide-ranging and user friendly guide on how to enjoy the Internet whilst staying safe from online threats.

Half of 7 to 12 year old UK children access social networking platforms, according to Mintel.

Common Sense Media has released the first publicly available study to document children's use of new media.

A new Ofcom report leaves no doubt as to the increasing importance of electronic media.

Children under the age of two should not spend much time in front of electronic screens.

On October 31st, Halloween is celebrated. Read Kids and Media's advice on how to protect your children.

Strong images and video clips showing the killing of Gaddafi is all over the news.

The final recommendations on how to educate and protect children has been published.

Girls are just as likely as boys to bully other children online, a survey of young people's Internet habits reveals.

An increasing number of parents express concerns regarding inappropriate content on mobile phone apps.

The idea of Facebook creating a huge, photo-searchable database is troubling.

What does it mean to be an ethical, responsible and resilient digital citizen?

Quite a few young people have taken to using false names to avoid being policed by parents and schools.

European researchers are working to improve understanding of online abuse.

One in ten parents feel it's appropriate for children as young as four years old to own a mobile phone, while one in ten children under the age of ten already owns an iPhone, according to a survey by Westcoastcloud.

Unicef research suggests that British parents focus too little on family time and too much on material goods.

Most parents are aware of parental controls, and more than half of parents have used parental controls for children's Internet use, according to a survey from the Family Online Safety Institute.

According to a recent report, a large number of young people use their mobile phones to get online.

Etymotic Research presented their new noise cancelling earphones for children at the IFA consumer electronics trade show in Berlin.

Yesterday marked the start of the fifth season of the "Use your head" campaign; Norway's biggest campaign against cyber bullying. Kids and Media is one of the partners.

Facebook has published an official guide to Facebook security in the Facebook Family Safety Centre.

Making children responsible Internet users is a better strategy than restriction.

New research suggests mobile phones do not increase brain tumour risk in children.

The National Centre for Cyber-stalking Research (NCCR) recently published the results of a two year study, which focused on cases of cyber bullying and the effects bullying can have on the victim.

Recent research suggests that violent video games may have an "incapacitation effect".

The Netintelligence solution gives education officials the ability to manage pupils' online activity.

The Kids and Media International Parents Network at www.kidsandmedia.net has been shortlisted for the Nominet Internet Award for its contribution towards Empowering Young People & Citizens.

A new Android app, aimed at children between the ages of 11 and 15, makes it easier to block unwanted contacts.

Prime Minister David Cameron backs suggestion to make it easier for parents to block inappropriate material.

Radiofrequency electromagnetic fields possibly carcinogenic to humans.

A new report from Ofcom gives an overview of media literacy among children and young people.

“The increased availability of pornography on the Internet emphasises the need for updated research.”

The number of parents who allow children to use social networks has doubled.

A recent survey by The Nielsen Company in the U.S. indicates that almost a third of the apps on smartphones owned by parents who allow their children to install apps, were downloaded by their children.

Find useful resources, articles and videos on safety and privacy.

A large number of children have accumulated huge credit card bills via iTunes.

Facemoods.com has released an animation video to teach young people responsible Facebook surfing.

Students experience withdrawal symptoms when deprived of digital media.

PhoneBrain, a new education programme, is designed to help young people recognise costs.

A Department of Health leaflet advises that texting and hands-free kits reduces exposure to radiation.

According to new research, digital media are informing the games that children play.

A Europe-wide study finds that many younger children lack basic Internet skills.

Strong images from Japan are being shown in the news media all over the world.

In Germany, a website that encourages users to share gossip has created a heated public debate.

Internet security expert urges caution when looking for entertainment online.

Some simple precautions are all that is needed to reduce the radiation risk considerably.

UK children spend an hour and 50 minutes on the Internet a day, and watch more than two and a half hours of TV a day.

Vote for your favourite game in The GAME Award 2010, but know that only a few of the nominated games are suitable for children and young people.

Half of young people lie about personal details on the Internet, a new survey has revealed.

First lady Michelle Obama told NBC's Today show that her daughters are not on Facebook. Read why Kids and Media supports the decision.

Tuesday, 8 February is Safer Internet Day 2011. Read Kids and Media’s advice on how to keep your children safe online.

Producers issued an apology due to Steven Tyler’s insulting remarks.

Kids and Media attended BETT recently, the world’s largest education technology exhibition.

Children under 6 years of age should not play 3D games on the new Nintendo console.

Excessive Internet use is high among UK children; still, at the same time they are among the most web-savvy.

A new magasine from Vodafone is designed to help parents get involved with their children’s digital world.

This week a website called Wikileaks, run by a team of just five journalists will change the world.

Children’s wish lists are filled with technology products rather than traditional toys, a new study suggests.

Parents face a challenge keeping children safe online as Internet access is diversifying, a new report suggests.

Some young, privacy-minded Facebook users deactivate their accounts every time they leave the site.

10 per cent of children who download illegal content have been exposed to inappropriate material, according to survey.

A new guide, designed to help parents keep their teenagers safe on Facebook, was released this week.

Nine out of ten parents do not take measures to secure their children’s mobile phones, internet safety expert warns.

82 percent of children have some type of online presence before the age of 2, according to Internet security firm AVG.

With Facebook’s new Groups feature you can limit who you share information with. However, some privacy problems might occur.

Researchers say it’s time to reconsider the belief that we can balance out screen time with other activities.

ZuiTube is an American website for children that aims to be a cleaner version of YouTube.

Many children express an interest in reading books on digital devices, a new survey shows.

Targets of cyber bullying are at greater risk for depression than are those who bully them, according to new study.

Common Sense Media has launched a campaign to raise awareness with parents that there are ways to keep children safe in a digital world.

People who play action video games are known for their fast reaction times. Are they better decision makers as well?

Limiting children’s TV time will contribute to prevent health and learning problems, expert says.

Facebook’s new location service lets your friends know where you are. We show you how to modify your privacy settings.

Cologne, Germany: Kids and Media were given an opportunity to see the latest news in the gaming world.

The digital remit of the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) is extended to deliver more comprehensive consumer protection online.

Young people may have to change their names on reaching adulthood to escape their online past.

Digital communication has become an integral part of teenagers' lives. Is it changing who they are?

“The estimated number of unreported cases of child pornography on the Internet has increased tremendously."

At E3, one of the world's largest video game conferences, 3D was the hot topic.

Children feel hurt when their parents send text messages or write e-mails instead of paying attention to them.

Scaring children about online dangers and blocking access to social-networking sites can do more harm than good.

San Francisco becomes first U.S. city to require all mobile phone retailers to inform about mobile radiation risks.

12% of all the websites in the world are pornographic. This is useful information for parents of children and young people who use the Internet.

How do you keep young children and teenagers safe online during the summer holidays?

New and simplified methods for controlling personal information will be introduced during the next few weeks.

The media exposes young girls to extreme expectations for appearance. In such a world it is essential that young people are met with a counterbalancing message.

A comprehensive study on whether mobile devices can cause brain tumours has not provided a clear answer.

A recent security flaw brings new worries regarding the safety of personal information on social websites.

New research shows that texting is the most popular form of communication among young people.

A new Internet service provider offers web filtering that uses the BBFC rating system.

Responding to mounting pressure, Facebook has announced several new safety measures.

New metastudy shows link between video game violence and aggressive behaviour.

A quarter of children aged 8-12 have a profile on Facebook, Bebo or MySpace, although the lowest minimum age is 13.

A treatment programme aimed at teens that spend hours a day online has been launched at a London hospital.

At Chatroulette no one controls what you get to see. We encourage parents to pay attention.

All Internet users should know the unwritten rules for good online behaviour. Kids and Media is here to help you.

Industry watchdog PhonepayPlus aims to educate pupils about mobile download costs.

If children are to use the Internet unsupervised, an agreement or set of rules should be made in dialogue with the children.

Did you know that YouTube is only intended for children over 13? Read Kids and Media's advice on how to relate to the popular website.

Children are being increasingly exposed to sexual imagery, and parents have limited opportunities to prevent it.

Teenage sexting is a new and little understood practice. Find out more about the phenomenon.

”When parents convey clear norms on what is right and wrong, they create a protective barrier," says researcher.

A fun and entertaining online game that gives your child a basic understanding of the value of money.

Good advice on how to help children assess information and relate to hateful messages.

Pupils who are allowed to surf the Internet more freely are less "vulnerable" to online dangers.

Useful information to keep your children safe when they’re playing online.

An increasing amount of time spent on computers may affect the development of children's brains.

The largely popular video game Call of Duty is a game for adults, but a lot of children want to play the game.

Find out how you can prevent viruses, worms and trojan horses from causing great damage.

It’s important to teach children to create strong passwords, and to keep them secret.

Both Nintendo and Sony create game consoles for people on the move.

The possibilities different media have to offer make it more challenging for parents to guide and set limits.

A recent survey in the US shows that young people spend a lot more time using entertainment media.

Here is some good advice to those who have children and a webcam at home.

Kids and Media have met Microsoft’s American X-Box team and Wifi Media Holland.

"Children should be mature before they receive their first phone," says Patrik Faubert.

Kids and Media attended the Consumer Electronic Show 2010 (CES).

Young people’s diaries are shared openly with the whole world through online blogging.

The French Senate has proposed a bill to ban pupils from using mobile phones.

Facebook has a 13-year age limit but many children younger than this wish to be part of the online community...

A sensational Mickey Mouse game is being launched next year, and Kids and Media had the honour of attending the presentation, hosted by the designer himself.

Playstation 3? Nintendo Wii? Xbox 360 Live?

Children who spend a lot of time watching television have higher blood pressure than those who watch less, according to researchers at Michigan State University.

We talk to Game Garden in the Netherlands...

Kids and Media have asked the youngsters for advice to parents...

There are many good reasons to talk with teenagers about porn, but who dares to?

The PEGI system will become the sole method of classifying video games in the UK.

What can you as a parent do to prevent your child from being bullied online?