In today’s ever-evolving digital landscape, how can parents ensure their children’s safety while navigating the rise of Artificial Intelligence? Norman Ng, Head of Trust & Safety Global Engagements at Google APAC, joins Joanne Peh to discuss the practical applications of AI, its role in parenting, and the ethical considerations that come with its integration into daily life.

They explore how AI can be used to support children’s mental well-being, manage online safety, and shape modern-day relationships. Norman shares insights into how parents can harness AI tools for protection, the importance of supervised AI use, and the challenges of raising children in a tech-driven world.

Tune in for an insightful and thought-provoking episode that offers guidance, perspective, and practical advice on how to navigate parenting in the age of AI.

Recommended Links by Norman for Online Safety:

https://beinternetawesome.withgoogle.com/en_us 

https://www.touch.org.sg/get-assistance/cyber-wellness.html 

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Chapters: 

0:00 Start of Episode

01:42 Introduction of Norman Ng

01:57 What Exactly is AI?

02:50 Hidden AIs in Everyday Life

04:35 Are Some AIs Too Complicated To Use? 

05:56 Verifying AI: Accuracy and Reliability

12:13 Choosing the Right AI Platform

17:13 How Content Affects Teenagers’ Mental Wellbeing

19:09 Filtering Explicit Content for Kids’ Safety

19:55 Beyond Parental Controls: Ensuring Online Safety

20:36 How Norman Uses Generative AI at Home

24:52 A Supervised Approach to Generative AI

26:42 How Joanne Uses Generative AI for Her Kids

30:16 How Norman Uses AI to Better His Life

30:53 Mastering AI Prompting and Providing Feedback

32:22 Misconceptions about AI

36:52 Is Using AI for Work Counted as Plagiarism?

38:38 Exploring AI’s Emotional Capabilities

44:09 What Parents Are Thinking About AI

47:30 How to Ensure Online Safety for Kids: A Summary

54:01 End of Episode