Parry's Blog and Podcast: 01/01/2008

Thursday, January 31, 2008

bollestechguy - Video Xanga

The Bolles School chapter of our teenangels.org group created a video terasing us about our requirement that they submit a proposal for our wired kids summit presentations. In mock 20/20 format, these teens talk about the earth-shattering requirement of the "proposal!" :-) I think they have too much time on their hands. I need to give them more assignments. lol. The teenangels are hosting a summit in DC at Congress. Feb 6th.bollestechguy - Video Xanga

Imbee.com Settles FTC Charges Social Networking Site for Kids Violated the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act; Settlement Includes $130,000 Civil Penalty

I had spoken to the founders of this site two years ago. I was concerned then that people who don't understand the legal implications of dealing with kids online were entering the space. I know they mean well and have a good idea for building kids sites, but when you play in the kids space online, there has to be more than good intentions.
The FTC has once again shown the power of COPPA sanctions.
Good job!Imbee.com Settles FTC Charges Social Networking Site for Kids Violated the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act; Settlement Includes $130,000 Civil Penalty

Experts urge tough penalties for cyber-bullying - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

Monday, January 28, 2008

Wired World-Wired Kids-Wired Safety

GateHouse Media | Greater Boston Area - - Wired World-Wired Kids-Wired Safety

Sunday, January 27, 2008

The naked truth: No privacy online -- themorningcall.com

as more and more young people post stupid things online, take naked pictures and send them to others in cyberspace and share secrets on their profiles, I ask..."what were you thinking?"The naked truth: No privacy online -- themorningcall.com

Saturday, January 26, 2008

Retired country cop nabs online predators as 13-year-old girl

This is how it's done right.www.kansascity.com | 01/24/2008 | Retired country cop nabs online predators as 13-year-old girl

Thursday, January 24, 2008

ABC News: High School Athletes End Up on Porn Sites

hen creeps take pictures of teens and preteens at sporting events and post them online for sexual stimulation.ABC News: High School Athletes End Up on Porn Sites

MySpace Announces New Safety Measures to Protect Children from Online Predators

the transcript of my Today Show appearance last week. Note the misspelling of my firs name.MySpace Announces New Safety Measures to Protect Children from Online Predators

TLF: USA Today, age verification, and the death of online anonymity

Read my comment on why age- verification can't be used on a free general audience site for minors.TLF: USA Today, age verification, and the death of online anonymity

comon sense in cyberspace...now, that's a novel thought! :-)

Business

Parents need ot think before they buy and understand whether the handheld toys connect to the Internet

Eric 2.0 | Chicago Tribune | Blog

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Eric 2.0 | Chicago Tribune | Blog#more

Data Privacy Day 2008 Helpful Resources » Data Privacy Day 2008

Police fear internet cult inspires teen suicides - Telegraph

Many teens commit suicide in a small town in South Wales, England. There are people pointing fingers at Bebo, a popular social network. But in our experience, Bebo is one of the good social networks, caring about their users and listening. This is not the problem of one webiste, it's the problem of teens thinking suicide is an option. It's can't be.Police fear internet cult inspires teen suicides - Telegraph

andmoreqz » The Eight Annual Wired Kids Summit

Tuesday, January 22, 2008

The Eight Annual Wired Kids Summit

Given by teens and preteens for adults in the industry, media and government, this is one of the hottest invites each year. On February 6th in DC, the Teenangels and Tweenangels (you saw them in the Frontline special) will teach adult what they need to know about kids online and safety.

Seats are very limited, but I am still considering requests.

Parry

The Associated Press: Correction: MySpace Agreement Story

thanks.The Associated Press: Correction: MySpace Agreement Story

San Jose Mercury News - On the Net, bullying takes an insidious turn

When mothers act out and target kids, we have to do something. At least the LA Prosecutor is trying!San Jose Mercury News - On the Net, bullying takes an insidious turn

Monday, January 21, 2008

Oshkosh Northwestern - Student gains confidence through school announcements

It's Wired Kids Summit time again. Feb 6th in DC. For an invite, contact me at parry@aftab.com.Oshkosh Northwestern - Student gains confidence through school announcements

Saturday, January 19, 2008

Beating the cyberbullies

Good article, but don't rely on a print out to help in any case of cyberbullying. YOu need the live version of the communication to track the cyberbreadcrumbs. Visit stopcyberbullying.org for more info on what to do when cyberbullying happens.
Beating the cyberbullies

Friday, January 18, 2008

MySpace Agrees to New Safety Measures - Forbes.com

Thursday, January 17, 2008

MySpace 'must do more' to protect children - Telegraph

MySpace Bug Leaks 'Private' Teen Photos to Voyeurs

When does "private" not mean "private?"MySpace Bug Leaks 'Private' Teen Photos to Voyeurs

Argus Leader Media - News

News - A safer MySpace - sacbee.com

MySpace unveils plan to safeguard young users | Home News Tribune Online

Safety on the 'Net (phillyBurbs.com) | Editorials

report on myspace deal wth the AGs.Safety on the 'Net (phillyBurbs.com) | Editorials

Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Texas Lawyer Blog: Texas AG says no to MySpace agreement

why AG Abbott decided not to sign the MySpace deal.Texas Lawyer Blog: Texas AG says no to MySpace agreement

Economist.com's new online debate series and Parry's comments on learning in a social network environment

It takes a teacher who cares, who is willing to take the time to explore and engage her/his students in exploring. Valerie Schmitz heads one of our Teenangels chapters and is a brilliant educator. I highlighted one of her projects in my debate response. Let me know what you think.Economist.com

Tuesday, January 15, 2008

FRONTLINE: coming soon: growing up online | PBS

this special took more than a year to plan and execute. It is a complete look at the issues. I look forward to watching it. I enjoyed helping them develop the special. It's a must watch.FRONTLINE: coming soon: growing up online | PBS

Monday, January 14, 2008

MySpace, States Agree To Child Safeguards, Social Networking Site Will Make Changes Aimed At Thwarting Sexual Predators, Other Abuses - CBS News

Looking forward to seeing how this evoloves.MySpace, States Agree To Child Safeguards, Social Networking Site Will Make Changes Aimed At Thwarting Sexual Predators, Other Abuses - CBS News

Terre Haute, Indiana Weather, News, Sports and Entertainment WTHI.com, News 10, Leading the Way! | Indiana attorney general wants MySpace use illegal for sex offenders

Same misquote. The correction is that I estimate that 20% of teens have met someone in real life that they had only previously met online. Real life meetings of Internet strangers.Terre Haute, Indiana Weather, News, Sports and Entertainment WTHI.com, News 10, Leading the Way! | Indiana attorney general wants MySpace use illegal for sex offenders

The Associated Press: MySpace Agrees to New Safety Measures

The article should have said that I estimate that 20% teens have met people from the Internet offline that they didn't know in real life. I think this is a good first step and I congratuate the 49 AGs for staying on this issue. I also want people to know that MySpace really does care and work on this issue. It's just one that can't be totally solve, not yet.

But good first big step.

The Associated Press: MySpace Agrees to New Safety Measures