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fromITPro
4 months ago

What are digital natives and are they the future of tech?

Digital natives are reshaping workplace dynamics with their tech-savviness.
Understanding of technology requires deeper knowledge beyond just proficiency.
Proficiency in using tools does not ensure comprehensive understanding.
Promoting coding skills is essential to prevent a decline in digital literacy.
Digital life
fromITPro
4 months ago

What are digital natives and are they the future of tech?

Digital natives are reshaping workplace dynamics with their tech-savviness.
Understanding of technology requires deeper knowledge beyond just proficiency.
Proficiency in using tools does not ensure comprehensive understanding.
Promoting coding skills is essential to prevent a decline in digital literacy.
#ai-companions
fromFuturism
6 days ago
Digital life

A Staggering Proportion of High Schoolers Say Talking to AI Is Better Than Real-Life Friends

fromFuturism
6 days ago
Digital life

A Staggering Proportion of High Schoolers Say Talking to AI Is Better Than Real-Life Friends

fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
3 days ago

Library Lines: Tech Exchange to provide help at Contra Costa branches

The Contra Costa County Library is partnering with Tech Exchange to offer drop-in tech support at three branches, beginning July 29. Tech Exchange will assist patrons with various technology needs, including Internet service sign-ups and navigating library computers.
Digital life
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Councilmembers sponsor Brooklyn Laptop Fix-a-thon to address upcoming Windows 10 expiration

The upcoming expiration of Microsoft Windows 10 support could lead to an estimated 400 million obsolete machines worldwide, significantly increasing e-waste.
Brooklyn
Artificial intelligence
fromTearsheet
1 month ago

The double-edged sword of Gen AI: Harms and risks for consumers and employees and why nobody talks about it - Tearsheet

The financial sector avoids discussing Gen AI's risks to maintain a positive brand image, despite potential harms.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

What Texas's Age-Gating Law Gets Wrong About Kids and Tech

Texas legislation mandates age verification for apps to protect minors, but lacks focus on equipping them with digital literacy skills.
#broadband-access
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

Brooklyn Public Library launches Digital Discovery Day to boost tech skills at Bed-Stuy branch * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Public Library's Digital Discovery Day aims to connect residents with technology, offering resources for all ages and levels of tech comfort.
Brooklyn
#technology
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

My kids use AI as a tool, not a crutch. It's not going away, and I want them to know how to use it responsibly.

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

My kids use AI as a tool, not a crutch. It's not going away, and I want them to know how to use it responsibly.

#education-policy
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Rick Santorum Claps Back at Hillary Clinton Over K-12 Digital Literacy' Plans: Speech-Stifling Gov't Control of Information'

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Rick Santorum Claps Back at Hillary Clinton Over K-12 Digital Literacy' Plans: Speech-Stifling Gov't Control of Information'

#social-media
Social media marketing
fromPoynter
3 months ago

Meta is failing to stop dangerous disinformation in the world's most spoken languages - Poynter

Disinformation in non-English languages is a significant issue on social media, requiring better tools for detection and moderation.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Greyscale and prune your algorithm: digital nutritionist' offers advice on cutting down screen time

Switching your phone to greyscale can improve awareness of digital consumption.
Algorithmic resistance helps consumers take control over content seen online.
Social media marketing
fromPoynter
3 months ago

Meta is failing to stop dangerous disinformation in the world's most spoken languages - Poynter

Disinformation in non-English languages is a significant issue on social media, requiring better tools for detection and moderation.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Greyscale and prune your algorithm: digital nutritionist' offers advice on cutting down screen time

Switching your phone to greyscale can improve awareness of digital consumption.
Algorithmic resistance helps consumers take control over content seen online.
#fact-checking
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm a mom who works in tech, and AI scares me. I taught my daughter these simple guidelines to spot fake content.

Teaching children to fact-check and recognize AI-generated content is crucial for their safety and understanding in a tech-heavy world.
fromPoynter
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

Poynter tackles "The Future of Facts Online' to help consumers navigate what to trust on the internet - Poynter

Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I'm a mom who works in tech, and AI scares me. I taught my daughter these simple guidelines to spot fake content.

Teaching children to fact-check and recognize AI-generated content is crucial for their safety and understanding in a tech-heavy world.
fromPoynter
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

Poynter tackles "The Future of Facts Online' to help consumers navigate what to trust on the internet - Poynter

fromsilive
3 months ago

Staten Island community to benefit from $30K Spectrum grant

"Connectivity is the foundation for meaningful learning, professional growth and human connection, and helps to build strong, thriving communities," said Mike Williams, Regional Vice President of the NYC Region for Spectrum.
NYC parents
Gadgets
fromHackernoon
5 months ago

It Finally Happened-I Consumed AI Content Without Realizing It | HackerNoon

AI-generated music has evolved to a point where it can produce high-quality content that goes undetected, raising issues of ethics and copyright.
fromSocial Media Today
3 months ago

TikTok Announces New Safety Initiatives for African Users

Those include new digital literacy training, regional partnerships to combat misinformation, as well as an expansion of TikTok's #SaferTogether campaign to more African regions, including Nigeria.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Madrid plans to limit computer and tablet use in primary schools to two hours a week

The Madrid regional government plans to limit primary school children's screen time to two hours weekly to mitigate risks of excessive digital device usage.
SF parents
#technology-access
NYC startup
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

Brooklyn nonprofit is giving corporate cast-off computers a second life

Access to computers is essential for educational and career opportunities, especially for families in need.
NYC startup
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

Brooklyn nonprofit is giving corporate cast-off computers a second life

Access to computers is essential for educational and career opportunities, especially for families in need.
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