"Toxic: the board game" is now available in multiple EU languages!
The resource "Toxic: the board game" won the March 2025 Insafe-INHOPE Training meeting resource competition. The winning Norwegian Safer Internet Centre was awarded a grant to adapt the resource for the benefit of the Insafe network.
Looking back on an eventful year for Better Internet for Kids
As 2021 – yet another year full of uncertainty – comes to an end, Better Internet for Kids recaps on the past year and reflects on the main highlights and activities of 2021, while introducing several exciting events and activities to look forward to in 2022.
PEGI age rating system officially adopted in Portugal
During Portugal’s Presidency of the European Union, the Portuguese media regulator IGAC has officially recognised PEGI as the age rating system for video games, following the implementation of a decree that regulates the authorisation of video game distribution in Portugal.
Joint efforts for children’s online safety: the 15th Media and Internet Conference in Hungary
The Hungarian Safer Internet Centre (SIC), operated by the International Children’s Safety Service (ICSS), organised its Media and Internet Conference on 11-12 September 2025. A wide range of speakers were invited to present their perspectives on how digital child welfare can be enhanced, to share insights into current trends, and to put forward recommendations.
My child gets angry when they have to stop gaming. What can I do?
Gaming is a favorite pastime for many children and teenagers, but unfortunately also a common source of conflict. Gaming has many fun features that appeal to kids, but videogames are also designed to keep your child’s attention for as long as possible. So, it’s understandable that stopping isn’t easy - especially when you’re in the middle of a game!
SIC Portugal at the Lisbon Games Week 2025
At the event, digital literacy, online safety and digital citizenship were promoted in a playful way, and a gamified environment stimulated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
How can I tell if an app or game is appropriate for my child?
The Belgian Safer Internet Centre shares practical tips on how, as a parent or caregiver, you can help your child choose safe and fun apps and games they can use on their devices.
Safer Internet Day 2026 in Denmark: children and video games
For SID 2026, the Danish Safer Internet Centre focused on video games, which continue to be an extremely popular activity for children and young people. Therefore, a continued focus on awareness raising is much needed, focusing on the both the risks and the opportunities video games bring. The Centre updated and promoted their popular guides for parents with important information on relevant gaming topics and specific popular gaming platforms.
Nurturing healthy family bonds through games
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, where routine activities often consume our time, it's essential not to overlook the importance of engaging in games and play to foster a harmonious family life. Play can help build meaningful family connections and nurture healthy relationships with children.
What parents should know about VR gaming
Immersing yourself in virtual reality (VR) is no longer just for wealthy tech enthusiasts. VR goggles are now available on the market at affordable prices and the range of VR games continues to grow. Today, VR goggles may not be widely used in the average household, but that could change in the near future. This article summarises the most important information about VR games and it provides information for parents whose children are already using VR today.
