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#Cybersecurity and #digitalliteracy educators and specialists • 🔎 Online investigators • ❌Not monitored 24/7 • www.thewhitehatter.ca
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Julia Hengstler @jhengstler.bsky.social · 19h
I was a recent guest on this podcast talking about #AI in #Education. Feel free to listen: wordpress.viu.ca/ciel/2025/10... #AIEd #EduSky #BCEd #VIU
GenAI@VIU: In Conversation with Julia Hengstler – The CIEL Blog
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 18h
Julia is one of those subject matter experts that we highly respect. If you're a school, or teachers union looking for a presenter who know their stuff & presents from an evidence based perspective on the topic of AI integration into education, connect with her, you will not be disappointed
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On my way to deliver my 2 sessions at #scaet25 #SCAET in Myrtle Beach, SC on #AI in #education & to soak up lots of good info from others sessions! My sessions below… #AIEd #BCEd
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 21h
AI - The Next Challenge in Online Safety, Security, and Privacy When It Comes To Youth and Teens. thewhitehatter.ca/post/ai-the-... #DigitalLiteracy #artificialintelligence #onlineparenting #internetsafety
AI - The Next Challenge in Online Safety, Security, and Privacy When It Comes To Youth and Teens.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping online harm among youth and teens. Deepfakes, voice cloning, fake accounts, and AI-driven harassment are making it harder to tell what’s real and who’s responsible...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 1d
A Tutor, a Tool, or a Trap: Raising AI Ready Youth and Teens thewhitehatter.ca/post/a-tutor... #digitalliteracy #onlineparenting #pavetheway #artificialintelligence
A Tutor, a Tool, or a Trap: Raising AI Ready Youth and Teens
AI is reshaping how youth learn, create, and connect. The White Hatter believes the outcome, empowerment or dependency, depends on the values and guidance adults provide. Parents, caregivers, and educ...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 2d
From Attention to Connection: Social Media Made Youth Visible; Artificial Intelligence Is Making Them Feel Emotionally Connected. www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/from-at... #digitalliteracy #onlineparenting #artificialintelligence #teachers
From Attention to Connection: Social Media Made Youth Visible; Artificial Intelligence Is Making Them Feel Emotionally Connected.
As social media’s era of attention fades, artificial intelligence is redefining connection. Apps like Replika and Character.ai don’t just entertain, they simulate empathy, care, and friendship. For so...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 5d
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 5d
We’re excited to announce that we’ll be hosting a live virtual presentation on Artificial Intelligence on Thursday, November 6th at 6:00 p.m. (PST).

Cost: $6.25
Register here: www.crowdcast.io/c/raising-ai...
Raising AI-Ready Youth: Safety, Privacy, Ethics, and Success Plans
Register now for Raising AI-Ready Youth: Safety, Privacy, Ethics, and Success Plans on crowdcast, scheduled to go live on November 6, 2025, 06:00 PM PST.
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 5d
OpenAi’s Sora 2: What Parents Need to Know About this AI Platform and the Next Digital Shift www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/openai-... #digitalliteracy #artificialintelligence #onlinesafety #onlineparenting
OpenAi’s Sora 2: What Parents Need to Know About this AI Platform and the Next Digital Shift
OpenAI’s Sora 2 lets users create short, lifelike videos, but every prompt, edit, and upload feeds the company’s AI. While it looks like a fun, TikTok-style app, it’s really gathering biometric data s...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 7d
Join us for our first weekly live show on October 28th at 4:00 p.m. PST (7:00 p.m. EST). We’ll explore real-world stories, digital trends, and emerging technologies that shape our lives, from online risks to new opportunities. youtube.com/live/rvc7s0k...
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Wayne Denner @waynedenner.com · 7d
Meta’s rolling out PG-13 restrictions on Instagram teen accounts.

It’s a step towards safer feeds — but are filters enough to protect young people online?

Here’s what parents should know 👇

🔗https://go.speakerskool.com/MuQw

#OnlineSafety #DigitalParenting
Meta’s New PG-13 Instagram Rules: What Parents Should Know - Wayne Denner
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 8d
something we wrote about here www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/ai-is-t...
“AI Is Thirsty & Hungry”: the Hidden Environmental Costs of Artificial Intelligence
AI isn’t just changing how we live and learn, it’s also changing our environment. This episode explores the hidden cost of AI, from how much water and electricity tools these AI Data Centres use, to t...
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David TS Fraser @privacylawyer.ca · 8d
Canada’s privacy regulators want TikTok to keep kids off the platform — but how far should companies go to prove a user’s age? And what about the privacy of other users? And they apparently want even longer privacy policies. Hmm. New on my YouTube channel: youtu.be/YWCno6K9XX8
Canada's Privacy Regulators vs. TikTok: A critical overview
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 8d
At The White Hatter, We Teach Youth and Teens to Understand Technology, Not Just How To Use It! www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/at-the-... #digitalliteracy #onlinesafety #onlineparenting #pavetheway
At The White Hatter, We Teach Youth and Teens to Understand Technology, Not Just How To Use It!
Modern classrooms may look advanced with smartboards and tablets, but many students learn to use technology without truly understanding it. The White Hatter teaches youth and teens to think critically...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 9d
Make Technology A Bridge, Not A Barrier, To Student Learning. www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/make-te... #DigitalLiteracy #schools #teachers
Make Technology A Bridge, Not A Barrier, To Student Learning.
Banning phones and digital tools from classrooms may feel like a simple fix for student distraction, but it risks disconnecting youth from how they actually learn and live. The real issue isn’t the de...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 10d
Why We Predict AI May Replace Traditional Social Media for the Next Generation! thewhitehatter.ca/post/why-we-... #artificialintelligence #DigitalLiteracy #onlinesafety #onlineparenting
Why We Predict AI May Replace Traditional Social Media for the Next Generation!
We predict that AI will replace traditional social media for the next generation. As age-gating limits access to platforms like Instagram and TikTok, youth will move toward AI-driven environments that...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 11d
Our Software & Hardware Recommendations To Help Make Families Safer! www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/our-sof... #DigitalLiteracy #OnlineSafety #onlineparenting
Our Software & Hardware Recommendations To Help Make Families Safer!
Parents and educators often ask which tools best support safer, smarter digital habits for youth. The White Hatter shares trusted hardware, software, and educational resources tested through real-worl...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 11d
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DavidPBLRoss @davidpblross.bsky.social · 11d
I Let an AI Avatar Teach My University Course via @macleans macleans.ca/education/i-... #EduSky #EduSkyAI #TLSky #EdTech #AIinEducation #aisky #ai #highered #teachingwithAI
I Let an AI Avatar Teach My University Course - Macleans.ca
She looked and sounded exactly like me—and left us all with more questions than answers
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 11d
Your Home’s Invisible Digital Gatekeeper thewhitehatter.ca/post/your-ho... #digitalliteracy #onlinesafety #parents #onlineparenting
Your Home’s Invisible Digital Gatekeeper
One of the best ways to protect your home network is with a smart router like the Gryphon. If that’s not in the budget, free or low-cost DNS filters such as OpenDNS or NextDNS offer strong protection ...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 11d
Why Virtual Parent Education Nights Are Reaching More Families thewhitehatter.ca/post/why-vir... #schools #parents #digitalliteracy
Why Virtual Parent Education Nights Are Reaching More Families
Many schools request parent education on digital literacy and internet safety, yet in-person events often see low turnout, typically 20–30 attendees. The White Hatter’s live virtual presentations draw...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 12d
The Unseen Playmate: Navigating The Increasing Popularity Of AI Toys www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/the-uns... #digitalliteracy #onlineparenting #artificialintelligence
The Unseen Playmate: Navigating The Increasing Popularity Of AI Toys
AI toys are set to be a hit this holiday season, offering interactive learning and companionship. Yet beneath their charm lie concerns about privacy, data collection, and emotional dependency. Toys li...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 13d
Why “Pave the Way” Is Not Opposite to “Delay Is the Way”, It’s the Next Step Forward www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/why-pav...
Why “Pave the Way” Is Not Opposite to “Delay Is the Way”, It’s the Next Step Forward
When it comes to youth and technology, The White Hatter shares many principles with the “delay is the way” movement but differs in philosophy. Rather than waiting for a specific age, they advocate for...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 14d
“Sora 2”: The Next Big AI App Leap Parents Need to Know About thewhitehatter.ca/post/sora-2-... #digitallitracy #onlineparenting #ArtificialInteligence #onlinesafety
“Sora 2”: The Next Big AI App Leap Parents Need to Know About
OpenAI’s new Sora 2 app, now the #1 download on Apple’s App Store, lets users generate hyper-realistic videos from text or insert themselves or others into clips using its “Cameo” feature. While OpenA...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 15d
The Surprising Upside To The Balanced Use Of Social Media: What Parents & Caregivers Need to Know www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/the-sur... #digitalliteracy #onlineparenting #onlinesafety
The Surprising Upside To The Balanced Use Of Social Media: What Parents & Caregivers Need to Know
A new review challenges the idea that social media is all bad for teens. While risks like anxiety and cyberbullying exist, platforms also help youth build friendships, explore identity, and access inf...
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The White Hatter @thewhitehatter.bsky.social · 16d
Unconditional Love: The Most Powerful Digital Safety Tool You Have! www.thewhitehatter.ca/post/uncondi... #onlineparenting #digitalliteracy #onlinesafety #parents
Unconditional Love: The Most Powerful Digital Safety Tool You Have!
After helping another teen in crisis online, we were reminded of a painful truth: many youth don’t reach out to parents for help because they fear punishment or losing access to technology. Real onlin...
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