What the Tech: Why the new Instagram Map has some fearful of stalkers
See why some people worry that the new Instagram Map could put people in danger.
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What the Tech: Warning signs that your child may be a victim of sextortion
Every parent needs to know these warning signs that their child may be a victim of sextortion.
What the Tech: What is Safer Internet Day?
Learn more about Safer Internet Day, which is Tuesday, February 11, 2025, to keep you and your family safer.
What the Tech: See Instagram’s new teen safety features
Here’s what parents need to know about Instagram’s new teen safety features.
Instagram makes teen accounts private as pressure mounts on the app to protect children
Instagram is making teen accounts private by default as it tries to make the platform safer for children amid a growing backlash against how social media affects young people’s lives.
What the Tech: Is it dangerous to post your child’s back-to-school photos?
The Better Business Bureau and law enforcement agencies are warning parents about the risks of posting back-to-school photos online,
Instagram begins blurring nudity in messages to protect teens and fight sexual extortion
Instagram says it’s using new tools to protect young people and combat sexual extortion, including a feature that will automatically blur nudity in direct messages.
What the Tech? What to Do If You Want to Share Vacation Photos When You’re Still Away from Home
Find out how easy it is for a burglar to see that you’re not home, simply by spotting the vacation photos you’ve shared.
What the Tech? Beware of Holiday Shipping Scams
Scammers are working as hard as delivery drivers around the holidays trying to trick you into giving them account information, even credit card numbers.
What the Tech? Should You Lie about Your Age to Protect Your Safety on the Internet?
Hackers and online con artists are more successful in stealing the identity of people who always tell the truth.
