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A twice-weekly report from ConnectSafely in partnership with CBS News Radio, produced by the nonprofit internet safety organization, ConnectSafely.org and hosted by former CBS News Technology Analyst Larry Magid. The report will cover a wide range of topics including security and scams, cyberbullying, election security meddling and social media.

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The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid

Will AI take over your job?

9 APR 2024 · ConnectSafely blogger and youth advisor Trisha Prabhu says that it depends on the type of AI, the type of job and your timeline.

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Some young people have a gambling problem

9 APR 2024 · ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher says that too many children and teens have an onlne gambling problem

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Smartphone wellness settings

4 APR 2024 · Your and your children's smartphones can be intrusive but there are ways to turn off notifications and other interuptions, at least for a little while.

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Dealing with stress from constant news reports

4 APR 2024 · Our phones, along with TV and radio, can be an almost constant source of disturbing news, says psychologist and Emerson College professor Dr. Jessie Quintero Johnson. But it can also help mobilize us to try to do something.

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Combatting online hate speech

27 MAR 2024 · When it comes to hate speech, words can be harmful.

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How to protect yourself against ransomeware

27 MAR 2024 · Full backups and good computer hygene are your best defenses against ransomware.

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The FCC investigating Amazon for selling cell phone jamming devices

20 MAR 2024 · The FCC is investigating Amazon and other retailers for selling cell phone jamming devices, which can prevent calls to 9-1-1

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Sharing personal info with Generative AI Systems

20 MAR 2024 · Some people share intimate information with generative AI systems which is why we need assurances of anonymity and confidentiality

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Fun ways to teach young kids about passwords

7 MAR 2024 · There are fun ways to teach children about how to use passwords, said ConnectSafely Education Director Kerry Gallagher.

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Parents Real-world safety experience applies online too

7 MAR 2024 · A lot of parents don't think they're tech savvy enough to advise their kids about how to stay safe online, but knowledge of real world safety applies online too, said Meta Global Director of Youth Safety Policy, Nicole Lopez.

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