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Welcome to our News & Articles section, where you’ll find the latest updates and insight on online safety. Here, we share important news, articles, and valuable resources to keep you informed about the ever-evolving digital landscape. Whether it’s industry developments, emerging trends, or practical advice on staying safe online, this is your go-to space for reliable and up-to-date information.
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to be implemented into various organisations, the education sector is no exception. Recognising both the opportunities and risks associated with AI, SWGfL has introduced a new AI policy template for schools. This template aims to ensure AI is used responsibly, ethically, and effectively to enhance teaching, learning, and administrative processes. In this article we look at some of the key elements associated with the template and what it ultimately encourages schools to achieve when implementing AI.
SWGfL welcomes the new Ofcom codes of practice and guidance under the UK’s Online Safety Act, which is coming into effect in March 2025. These codes mark a significant step forward in creating a safer online environment, particularly through enhanced protections for women and girls and stronger mechanisms to tackle intimate image abuse (NCII).
At SWGfL, empowering individuals with the tools and knowledge to navigate online spaces safely and confidently is at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our updated resource for 2024: The X Checklist—a comprehensive guide designed to help individuals take control of their X profile and manage their online presence effectively.
Roblox has announced that they will be implementing new changes aimed at ensuring that users, particularly those under 13, have a safer, less harmful online experience. The changes include additional restrictions for under 13-year-olds, alongside limiting access to unrated content and certain types of interactive experiences. Roblox reports that these changes will ‘enhance our safety measures to keep users of all ages safe on our platform.’
