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AI & Child Safety: How Technology Can Prevent Harm & What Parents Need to Know
Welcome back to AI & Child Safety: How Technology Can Prevent Harm & What Parents Need to Know – this is Part 2 of our crucial conversation! In this episode, Emma Johnson and Maryam Ehsani continue their deep dive into the complex world of Artificial Intelligence and its profound impact on children's safety and well-being.
Host Emma Johnson and guest Maryam Ehsani kick off by exploring the ethical challenges faced by organizations and tech companies using AI for child protection. They discuss the gray areas and unknowns, emphasizing the critical need for child dignity and ensuring that information collected on children is used safely, without causing more harm. They highlight shocking examples, like the use of children's faces to create inappropriate content, stressing that companies must build stronger guardrails and take accountability.
A significant part of the discussion focuses on parental responsibility. Maryam shares crucial advice for parents and caregivers about the unforeseen consequences of sharing children's images online. They delve into how seemingly innocent photos (like a child in the bath) can be misused or data-mined for marketing, or worse, lead to inappropriate content. They discuss the worrying trend of child influencers and why understanding consent, data usage, and the long-term impact on a child's digital footprint (even before they turn 18) is paramount.
Emma and Maryam then offer actionable advice for parents:
Read the Fine Print: Don't assume an app is safe just because it's popular. Understand its terms and conditions and what happens behind the scenes.
Proactive Education: Equip children with knowledge about AI risks without instilling fear, fostering an open and transparent relationship.
Recommended AI Tools: Learn about resources like Microsoft DNA, Google AI tools for prevention, S afeNet, and the Child Rescue Coalition (CSC technology) for safeguarding children.
Balancing Benefits & Risks: Question the widespread use of AI in daily life and education. Understand the pros and cons to make informed decisions that align with family values and prioritize human interaction.
Advocate for Stronger Policies: Don't be afraid to ask schools and organizations about their safeguarding frameworks and risk mitigation strategies when introducing AI tools. If they can't answer, it's a red flag.
Maryam provides one urgent call to action for every parent today: Go beyond "What did you do in school?" Ask about their online world. Be up-to-date on the apps and games they're using, and foster that ongoing bond and connection. Protecting your child online means understanding the evolving risks in the AI landscape.
Don't miss this vital conversation – empower yourself with knowledge! Click the link to listen to the full episode now!
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By Emma JohnsonWelcome back to AI & Child Safety: How Technology Can Prevent Harm & What Parents Need to Know – this is Part 2 of our crucial conversation! In this episode, Emma Johnson and Maryam Ehsani continue their deep dive into the complex world of Artificial Intelligence and its profound impact on children's safety and well-being.
Host Emma Johnson and guest Maryam Ehsani kick off by exploring the ethical challenges faced by organizations and tech companies using AI for child protection. They discuss the gray areas and unknowns, emphasizing the critical need for child dignity and ensuring that information collected on children is used safely, without causing more harm. They highlight shocking examples, like the use of children's faces to create inappropriate content, stressing that companies must build stronger guardrails and take accountability.
A significant part of the discussion focuses on parental responsibility. Maryam shares crucial advice for parents and caregivers about the unforeseen consequences of sharing children's images online. They delve into how seemingly innocent photos (like a child in the bath) can be misused or data-mined for marketing, or worse, lead to inappropriate content. They discuss the worrying trend of child influencers and why understanding consent, data usage, and the long-term impact on a child's digital footprint (even before they turn 18) is paramount.
Emma and Maryam then offer actionable advice for parents:
Read the Fine Print: Don't assume an app is safe just because it's popular. Understand its terms and conditions and what happens behind the scenes.
Proactive Education: Equip children with knowledge about AI risks without instilling fear, fostering an open and transparent relationship.
Recommended AI Tools: Learn about resources like Microsoft DNA, Google AI tools for prevention, S afeNet, and the Child Rescue Coalition (CSC technology) for safeguarding children.
Balancing Benefits & Risks: Question the widespread use of AI in daily life and education. Understand the pros and cons to make informed decisions that align with family values and prioritize human interaction.
Advocate for Stronger Policies: Don't be afraid to ask schools and organizations about their safeguarding frameworks and risk mitigation strategies when introducing AI tools. If they can't answer, it's a red flag.
Maryam provides one urgent call to action for every parent today: Go beyond "What did you do in school?" Ask about their online world. Be up-to-date on the apps and games they're using, and foster that ongoing bond and connection. Protecting your child online means understanding the evolving risks in the AI landscape.
Don't miss this vital conversation – empower yourself with knowledge! Click the link to listen to the full episode now!
Learn more:
emmajohnson-ai.com
Follow us on:
Instagram instagram.com/ai_trust_talks
Tiktok tiktok.com/@ai_trust_talks
Don’t forget to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@ai_trust_talks