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Championing Responsible AI for Kids and Families

November 15, 2023

Our new ratings and reviews of AI products will surface both opportunities and harms in the industry.

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Five Major Legislative Wins for Kids in California

October 30, 2023

From keeping kids safe online to supporting digital equity, Common Sense is ensuring healthier and safer digital futures for kids in California.

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What Teens Want Adults to Know About Their Relationships with Smartphones

September 26, 2023

Young people find phones hard to resist, and the industry could do more to help them manage their responsibilities.

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Protecting Kids' Digital Privacy Is Now Easier Than Ever

September 20, 2023

Families and educators can now find our industry-leading privacy ratings for apps and platforms all in one place.

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Meet Our Privacy Expert, Girard Kelly

July 18, 2023

Get to know Girard and his insight on advocating for stronger digital privacy for kids and families.

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We Need Rules and Ratings to Maximize the Potential of Generative AI for Kids

July 17, 2023

Parents and kids are optimistic about AI, but want guardrails to minimize its harmful impact.

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Budget Cuts to the Federal Trade Commission Will Hurt Kids and Consumers

July 13, 2023

The FTC cannot continue its strong track record of taking on the tech industry and protecting kids, and all consumers, without sufficient funding from Congress.

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Companies Need to Be Honest About Selling Our Data

June 28, 2023

Our new report shows that most apps and platforms mislead kids and their caregivers about how they sell and share personal data.

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What Parents and Educators Want to Know About Cybersecurity

May 17, 2023

People are overwhelmed by the complexity of protecting their information and their devices, and they're looking for tools to keep their kids' privacy safe online.

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Five Trends in Global Tech Policy to Protect Kids, Families, and Society

May 15, 2023

What will it take to foster kids' well-being online around the world?

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