On 5th March 2025, the Digital Futures hosted the event “Targeted and Troublesome: Tracking and Advertising on Children’s Websites”, a thought-provoking seminar session led by Dr Gunes Acar. The event shed light on the alarming extent of web tracking and inappropriate advertising on child-directed websites, sparking crucial discussions on privacy violations and regulatory gaps. Attendees from diverse backgrounds engaged in an insightful exchange, exploring solutions to protect children online and ensure safer digital spaces. The seminar underscored the urgent need for stronger policies and enforcement in the digital age.
The Q&A session fostered an engaging and insightful discussion, with attendees eager to delve deeper into the challenges of web tracking and online privacy. Thoughtful questions sparked dialogue on regulatory gaps, industry responsibilities, and the urgent need for stronger safeguards to protect children online. The session highlighted the value of interdisciplinary collaboration, as researchers, policymakers, and industry experts exchanged perspectives and explored potential solutions. This dynamic exchange underscored the importance of continued research and policy action in addressing these critical digital trust and safety issues.
The event concluded with an engaging networking session, enabling attendees to connect and collaborate across disciplines.
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