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Your Photos Could Reveal Your Location Even Without Your Phone’s Geotags Turned On!
AI can now pinpoint photo locations even without geotags—blur backgrounds, limit viewers, and teach kids to share images safely to protect privacy.

The White Hatter
Apr 202 min read


Tech Literacy vs. Digital Literacy
Tech literacy is knowing how to use tech; digital literacy is knowing how tech shapes us—don’t ban it, teach students to navigate it critically and ethically.

The White Hatter
Apr 196 min read


Home Care Privacy Violations: What Families Need to Know
In-home caregivers must never record or share content of clients—set clear privacy rules, and take action if trust or consent is violated.

The White Hatter
Apr 183 min read


“Wicked Problems” and the Online Safety of Youth: Why Digital Literacy Demands Integrated Solutions Rather Than A Simplistic Banning Approach.
Youth digital safety is a "wicked problem"—complex, evolving, and without one solution. We must guide, not guard; empower, not panic.

The White Hatter
Apr 1512 min read


New Instagram Feature Alert: What Parents Need to Know About “Share Location With”
New Instagram location-sharing feature lets users broadcast real-time GPS data—set your teen’s to “Invisible Mode” to protect privacy and safety.

The White Hatter
Apr 122 min read


We All Need Friends Like This - How A Friend Is Helping A Family In Crisis When Their Child Went Missing
A concerned adult, not police, may have saved two trafficked teens by using digital sleuthing—proof that proactive, informed parenting truly matters.

The White Hatter
Apr 75 min read


The Onlife Shift - How Social Media Has Transformed Connection and Why Digital Literacy Rather Than Banning Is More Crucial Than Ever for Our Kids
Digital literacy isn’t optional—it’s survival. In today’s AI-driven, algorithm-curated, data-harvesting onlife world, our kids need critical thinking, not bans.

The White Hatter
Apr 58 min read


How AI Companionship and Fantasy Role Playing Apps Manipulate Teen Emotions.
Teens are turning to AI companion and role-play apps for connection—but these tools risk emotional manipulation, false intimacy, and data misuse.

The White Hatter
Apr 36 min read


Artificial Intelligence, Teachers, Students, and Critical Thinking
AI is reshaping education—used thoughtfully, it can enhance learning, not replace teachers. Critical thinking and ethical use must stay central.

The White Hatter
Apr 25 min read


Protect Yourself from AI Scams - Use a Personal Memory Question Rather Than A Safe Word!
AI scams now use cloned voices and deepfakes to impersonate loved ones—verify with personal memory questions, not safe words, to stay protected.

The White Hatter
Apr 13 min read


Ditch The Ban & Embrace The Plan - Intentional Tech Use For Schools
Phone-free school advocates now push for computer bans too—despite new research showing no clear mental health benefits from restrictive tech policies alone.

The White Hatter
Mar 293 min read


How to Talk About Concerns Surrounding Manosphere Messaging With Teens to Stimulate Critical Thinking Rather Than Resistance
To counter manosphere influence, guide teens with facts, critical thinking, and open dialogue—not fear or shame—to build resilience and awareness.

The White Hatter
Mar 249 min read


Unsafe and Unsupported: Are Some Schools Failing Girls Who Report Sexualized Threats?
When schools fail to act on sexual threats, they prioritize offenders over victims, undermining safety and reinforcing a culture of fear and gender-based harm.

The White Hatter
Mar 244 min read


Parents Can’t Keep Up with Their Kids on Social Media - YES, You Can!
The myth that parents can’t keep up with kids online is false—and harmful. With curiosity and effort, caregivers can learn, guide, and stay connected.

The White Hatter
Mar 193 min read


Helping Youth and Teens Develop Creativity, Imagination, and Critical Thinking On and Offline - Finding Balance
Kids don’t need a screen ban—they need balance. Offline time fuels creativity, while online tools build skills. Guidance, not fear, creates success.

The White Hatter
Mar 165 min read


Understanding Digital Literacy: 7 Core Strategies
Digital literacy isn’t just using tech—it’s about teaching youth to think critically, stay safe, act ethically, and communicate effectively in the onlife world.

The White Hatter
Mar 124 min read


How AI Video Tools Can Be Exploited to Create Non-Consensual AI-Generated Intimate Videos
AI tools now enable the creation of realistic non-consensual explicit videos, raising major risks for youth safety, privacy, and digital abuse.

The White Hatter
Mar 75 min read


Frightening vs. Dangerous: Helping Kids Navigate Technology with Confidence
Don’t confuse fear with danger—help kids build digital resilience through guidance, not bans, so they learn to navigate online risks safely and confidently.

The White Hatter
Feb 157 min read


Teaching Kids About Respect and Consent: More Than Just a Conversation About Sex
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The White Hatter
Feb 126 min read


For Those Who Work In Government - A Warning!
Sharing internal government emails can breach ethics, violate privacy laws, and lead to discipline—even for those posting them online.

The White Hatter
Feb 102 min read
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