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Whack-A-Mole: Why Parental Control Apps Often Fail and What A Parent or Caregiver Can Do Instead
Minimalist phones like Wisephone help parents avoid “whack-a-mole” battles by offering kids safe, age-appropriate tech without web or social media access.

The White Hatter
Jan 93 min read


Two Key Online Concerns for Youth in 2025 That We Will Be Keeping An Eye On That Parents, Caregivers, and Educators Should Be Aware Of As Well!
In 2025, two key risks for youth: the rise of the manosphere targeting boys, and tech-driven radicalization—both demand urgent, informed adult guidance.

The White Hatter
Jan 23 min read


Online Teen Friendships - Trust But Verify, An Important Message For Parents and Caregivers
Online friendships can be safe and meaningful—if verified. Open dialogue, due diligence, and trust-building help teens form healthy, secure connections.

The White Hatter
Dec 30, 20243 min read


Why Toronto Police Didn't Lay Charges Against a Teen Who Created AI-Generated Porn
A teen made AI deepfake nudes of peers but faced no charges due to legal gaps, highlighting the urgent need for law reform and digital ethics education.

The White Hatter
Dec 29, 20243 min read


The "Brick" - Product Review: A Device To Turn A Fully Functioning iPhone Into A Hybrid Minimalist Phone
Brick transforms iPhones into safer, minimalist devices with a tap—ideal for youth. Simple, affordable, and customizable, it supports parental control.

The White Hatter
Jul 2, 202410 min read


Intimate Images, Nudes, Sexting, Deepfakes, and Sugaring
Teens are navigating sexting, nudes, and online image sharing in complex ways—law, consent, tech abuse, and exploitation demand education, not fear.

The White Hatter
Aug 30, 202255 min read


Cyberbullying & Online Aggression
Despite concerns, bullying—especially cyberbullying—has remained stable or declined post-COVID; clear definitions, education, and early support are key.

The White Hatter
Aug 30, 202230 min read


Online Gaming
Gaming isn’t inherently harmful—balanced use shows social, cognitive, and emotional benefits; problematic gaming is rare and rooted in deeper issues.

The White Hatter
Aug 30, 202231 min read


Technology In The Bedroom
Keep tech out of bedrooms—improves sleep, safety, and mental health; reduces risks of predation, distraction, and late-night device overuse.

The White Hatter
Aug 30, 202214 min read


Youth Online Safety, Security, Privacy, and Digital Literacy
Teens’ online actions can impact safety, reputation, privacy, legality, academics, jobs, housing, and mental health—digital choices matter long-term.

The White Hatter
Aug 30, 202221 min read


Why Teens are so Attracted to Social Media
Teens love social media for entertainment, connection, and self-expression. It's not good or bad—like a hammer, it's all in how it's used. Balance is key.

The White Hatter
Aug 30, 20226 min read


The Good - Youth Tech and Internet Use
Most teens use tech for good—creating, learning, and connecting. But parents should stay alert for behavior shifts that may signal online risks.

The White Hatter
Aug 30, 20224 min read


The Bad - Youth Tech and Internet Use
The internet offers great benefits, but parents must stay aware of risks like cyberbullying, exploitation, hate speech, dark patterns, and online shaming.

The White Hatter
Aug 30, 20228 min read


Goals For Parents & Caregivers
Parents need evidence-based guidance, not fear. Tech use isn’t ruining kids—panic and misinformation are. It’s about balance, not blame.

The White Hatter
Aug 30, 202230 min read


No! It Rude to Ask for A Nude: A Digital Tool for Teens to Fight Back
Teens are overwhelmed by pressure to send nudes—so The White Hatter created a digital tool to help them push back against unsolicited image requests.

The White Hatter
Aug 29, 20221 min read


Recommend Book List
We recommend books on raising kids in the digital age—proceeds support mental health, anti-bullying efforts, and free resources for families and educators.

The White Hatter
Aug 29, 20222 min read
How Criminals Target Facebook
Given that approximately 20% of Facebook users have been exposed to malware, and that over 600,000 accounts are hacked almost daily,...

The White Hatter
Jun 19, 20112 min read
Data Mining: The Slippery Slope
Will Canada Follow Along? I Hope Not. Recently, a ruling by the United States Federal Trade Commission gave internet data mining...

The White Hatter
Feb 27, 20112 min read
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