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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.
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.
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.
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!
"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.
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.
Everything you need to know about in-game purchases
If you're a gamer, you should be aware that some games use manipulative tactics to get players to spend real money on virtual currency. There are different strategies in place, but if you are well informed, you can take control and avoid falling into marketing traps. The Portuguese Safer Internet Centre explains important notions to understand how to play games and spend money wisely.
Celebrating World Consumer Rights Day 2025: Empowering young consumers in the digital age with AdWiseOnline
In light of World Consumer Rights Day, the AdWiseOnline campaign highlights numerous educational materials for parents and teachers to navigate marketing in online gaming with young people.
How to build critical thinking skills in your classroom: ideas for teachers to discuss in-game marketing manipulation
Video games have become integral to young people's lives. The AdWiseOnline campaign empowers teachers to educate their students to navigate online gaming marketing tactics.
How can online gaming be a safer environment for everyone?
The Dutch Safer Internet Centre conducted a study on how the gaming landscape can be a toxic place, and raises the question of how to ensure it is a safe place for everyone.
