With the rise of AI-generated content, deepfakes, and online exploitation, it’s more important than ever for children and young people to have tools that help protect them. One such tool is Report Remove, a vital service that helps young people under 18 report and remove sexual images or videos
Griefbots - AI chatbots that aim to simulate loved ones who have passed away - present numerous significant risks to children. Many of the main risks to children from griefbots are outlined in this article. We are happy to now also offer this talk at the Shield Global Online Safety
Keeping Kids Safe from AI Risks – What Every Parent Should Know Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the way we live, learn, and interact—but it also brings new dangers, particularly for children. From AI-generated harmful content to manipulative chatbots, the risks are evolving just as quickly as the technology itself.
SAIFCA is proud to announce that we were represented at the inaugural conference of the International Association for Safe and Ethical AI (IASEAI) in Paris by our Director, Tara Steele. Held on 6-7 February at the OECD La Muette Headquarters, this prestigious event brought together leading figures from academia, civil
AI ‘Friends’ for Children – The Hidden Risks of Digital Companions AI-powered chatbots and digital companions are increasingly being marketed as 'friends' for children, offering interactions that feel very real. These AI ‘companions’, powered by large language models and advanced emotional recognition, are designed to be supportive, engaging, and
On Monday, The Safe AI for Children Alliance (SAIFCA) Director Tara Steele spoke in UK Parliament during Evidence Week. The event, hosted by the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology and Sense about Science, offered a crucial opportunity to highlight AI safety concerns. In discussions with Chi Onwurah MP, Chair
Unleash Your Creativity: Design an AI Superhero and Shape the Future! Are you ready to inspire the next generation to think big about AI? The Safe AI for Children Alliance is excited to announce our latest creative competition for children: the AI Superhero Challenge! We’re inviting children aged 7–
Introducing SAIFCA's 2025 Strategy: Laying the Foundations for a Safer AI Future for Children As we step into 2025, The Safe AI for Children Alliance (SAIFCA) is proud to share our strategy for the year ahead - a focused, action-driven plan that builds upon our mission to protect
The rapid integration of AI into education systems around the world offers exciting opportunities but also raises critical concerns about student privacy and data security. Across different nations, existing legislation often lags behind the capabilities of these advanced tools, leaving children vulnerable to new risks. While this piece focuses on
The rise of artificial intelligence has created unprecedented challenges in child protection. Perpetrators can now use AI tools to generate realistic abuse material that causes lasting trauma to victims. Survivors face the devastating reality that AI enables their continued exploitation through newly-generated content. This situation demands urgent action from policymakers,
AI is rapidly transforming the world around us, bringing incredible benefits while posing unique and unprecedented challenges. For today's children, AI will shape their lives as fundamentally as the internet has shaped ours. Yet many young people lack the knowledge and skills to engage with AI safely, ethically,
Protecting Children from Digital Ghosts Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences we face. Now, artificial intelligence is offering new ways to remember and even “interact” with the deceased. These developments raise profound ethical and psychological questions - particularly for children, who may not fully understand