Children and parents’ financial skills and confidence are closely linked. What system changes might help enhance parents’ digital financial capability?
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#childfinancialharms
parentzone.org.uk
December 4, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Children and parents’ financial skills and confidence are closely linked. What system changes might help enhance parents’ digital financial capability?
parentzone.org.uk/sites/defaul...
#childfinancialharms
parentzone.org.uk/sites/defaul...
#childfinancialharms
If we designed products and services to reduce online harm or support people when they experience it, what might this look like?
@rufflemuffin.bsky.social explores how design patterns could reduce #ChildFinancialHarms
parentzone.org.uk/article/desi...
@rufflemuffin.bsky.social explores how design patterns could reduce #ChildFinancialHarms
parentzone.org.uk/article/desi...
Designing ways to identify Child Financial Harms in games
parentzone.org.uk
July 24, 2025 at 9:27 AM
If we designed products and services to reduce online harm or support people when they experience it, what might this look like?
@rufflemuffin.bsky.social explores how design patterns could reduce #ChildFinancialHarms
parentzone.org.uk/article/desi...
@rufflemuffin.bsky.social explores how design patterns could reduce #ChildFinancialHarms
parentzone.org.uk/article/desi...
Updated RSHE guidance now includes online financial harms – including the impact of gambling on wellbeing, and how gambling-like content can be contained in online games.
Read more: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/687a3d...
#ChildFinancialHarms
Read more: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/687a3d...
#ChildFinancialHarms
assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
July 23, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Updated RSHE guidance now includes online financial harms – including the impact of gambling on wellbeing, and how gambling-like content can be contained in online games.
Read more: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/687a3d...
#ChildFinancialHarms
Read more: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/687a3d...
#ChildFinancialHarms
What if products and services were designed to reduce online harm or support those affected?
In this guest blog post, Sarah Drummond Director of School of Good Services explores designing ways to identify #ChildFinancialHarms in games.
parentzone.org.uk/article/desi...
In this guest blog post, Sarah Drummond Director of School of Good Services explores designing ways to identify #ChildFinancialHarms in games.
parentzone.org.uk/article/desi...
July 18, 2025 at 10:25 AM
What if products and services were designed to reduce online harm or support those affected?
In this guest blog post, Sarah Drummond Director of School of Good Services explores designing ways to identify #ChildFinancialHarms in games.
parentzone.org.uk/article/desi...
In this guest blog post, Sarah Drummond Director of School of Good Services explores designing ways to identify #ChildFinancialHarms in games.
parentzone.org.uk/article/desi...
'The [research] also found that the presence of loot boxes, in-game purchases and in-game advertisements was just as common in games rated ages 3 and up as it was in any other age classification.'
icpen.org/news/1432
#ChildFinancialHarms
icpen.org/news/1432
#ChildFinancialHarms
Participants in ICPEN Sweep find a range of manipulative design practices in Mobile and Online games | ICPEN
icpen.org
July 4, 2025 at 12:39 PM
'The [research] also found that the presence of loot boxes, in-game purchases and in-game advertisements was just as common in games rated ages 3 and up as it was in any other age classification.'
icpen.org/news/1432
#ChildFinancialHarms
icpen.org/news/1432
#ChildFinancialHarms
NEW research by Money and Pensions Service recommends
"ensuring [financial education programmes] help prepare children and young people to manage and protect their money in a digital world."
#childfinancialharms
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"ensuring [financial education programmes] help prepare children and young people to manage and protect their money in a digital world."
#childfinancialharms
maps.org.uk/en/publicati...
Financial education provision mapping 2024: Final report | Money and Pensions Service
The Money and Pensions Service's financial education provision mapping exercise provides a snapshot of financial education programmes for children and young people aged three to 24 in the UK.
maps.org.uk
June 24, 2025 at 12:51 PM
NEW research by Money and Pensions Service recommends
"ensuring [financial education programmes] help prepare children and young people to manage and protect their money in a digital world."
#childfinancialharms
maps.org.uk/en/publicati...
"ensuring [financial education programmes] help prepare children and young people to manage and protect their money in a digital world."
#childfinancialharms
maps.org.uk/en/publicati...
’Meta “does not owe a duty to users” to address fraud on its platforms.’
www.wsj.com/tech/meta-fr...
#ChildFinancialHarms
www.wsj.com/tech/meta-fr...
#ChildFinancialHarms
Meta Battles an ‘Epidemic of Scams’ as Criminals Flood Instagram and Facebook
Fake puppies and phony offers of mouthwatering bargains are often seeded by overseas crime networks; employees say company is reluctant to impede its advertising juggernaut
www.wsj.com
May 16, 2025 at 8:17 PM
’Meta “does not owe a duty to users” to address fraud on its platforms.’
www.wsj.com/tech/meta-fr...
#ChildFinancialHarms
www.wsj.com/tech/meta-fr...
#ChildFinancialHarms
‘parents have a wide range of concerns about the games their children are playing, and these are sometimes wider reaching than the information that is typically available through age and content ratings that are given to games, such as PEGI.’ #childfinancialharms
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dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/...
"Leave our kids alone!": Exploring Concerns Reported by Parents in 1-star Reviews | Proceedings of the 2025 CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems
dl.acm.org
May 1, 2025 at 3:45 PM
‘parents have a wide range of concerns about the games their children are playing, and these are sometimes wider reaching than the information that is typically available through age and content ratings that are given to games, such as PEGI.’ #childfinancialharms
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[addressing #childfinancialharms requires] “embedding children’s needs and perspectives into the very architecture of digital finance, not just adapting tools after the fact.”
www.unicef.org/innocenti/st...
www.unicef.org/innocenti/st...
When spending and investing feel like play
How internet culture and FinTech are reshaping children's financial futures
www.unicef.org
May 1, 2025 at 3:42 PM
[addressing #childfinancialharms requires] “embedding children’s needs and perspectives into the very architecture of digital finance, not just adapting tools after the fact.”
www.unicef.org/innocenti/st...
www.unicef.org/innocenti/st...
“The integration of payment systems into social media platforms is reshaping digital interactions, with significant implications for users' financial behaviors, particularly among children and young people” #childfinancialharms
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www.unicef.org/innocenti/st...
When spending and investing feel like play
How internet culture and FinTech are reshaping children's financial futures
www.unicef.org
May 1, 2025 at 3:41 PM
“The integration of payment systems into social media platforms is reshaping digital interactions, with significant implications for users' financial behaviors, particularly among children and young people” #childfinancialharms
www.unicef.org/innocenti/st...
www.unicef.org/innocenti/st...
‘46% of players experienced financial detriment from digital gaming’ #childfinancialharms
cprc.org.au/report/playi...
cprc.org.au/report/playi...
Playing the Player - CPRC
Australians of all ages are engaging with gaming to relax, learn or connect with friends, but common design features can leave players worse-off – 95% of Australian adult gamers encounter manipulative...
cprc.org.au
April 22, 2025 at 6:28 AM
‘46% of players experienced financial detriment from digital gaming’ #childfinancialharms
cprc.org.au/report/playi...
cprc.org.au/report/playi...
'An 11-year-old described navigating nested virtual currencies as “scary”. A 13-year-old, when asked how much they thought Robux cost in Australian dollars, said, “I can’t even begin to grasp that.”'
theconversation.com/literally-ju... #childfinancialharms
theconversation.com/literally-ju... #childfinancialharms
‘Literally just child gambling’: what kids say about Roblox, lootboxes and money in online games
Kids who play Roblox games describe ‘scary’ virtual currencies and ‘cash grab’ random rewards.
theconversation.com
March 24, 2025 at 12:08 PM
'An 11-year-old described navigating nested virtual currencies as “scary”. A 13-year-old, when asked how much they thought Robux cost in Australian dollars, said, “I can’t even begin to grasp that.”'
theconversation.com/literally-ju... #childfinancialharms
theconversation.com/literally-ju... #childfinancialharms
'content marketing for gambling significantly appeals to children, eliciting positive emotions and often failing to be recognized as advertising' #Childfinancialharms
research-information.bris.ac.uk/en/publicati...
research-information.bris.ac.uk/en/publicati...
Betting on Emotions: Unveiling Children's psychophysiological Responses to Social Media Gambling Ads and the Influence of Educational Interventions
research-information.bris.ac.uk
March 19, 2025 at 8:14 AM
'content marketing for gambling significantly appeals to children, eliciting positive emotions and often failing to be recognized as advertising' #Childfinancialharms
research-information.bris.ac.uk/en/publicati...
research-information.bris.ac.uk/en/publicati...
'An investigation has found that the payment giants are failing to stop their networks being used to make transactions on unlicensed sites despite a previous pledge to do so.'
www.theguardian.com/society/2025... #Childfinancialharms
www.theguardian.com/society/2025... #Childfinancialharms
Mastercard and Visa linked to illegal gambling sites accused of scamming UK customers
Card giants processing payments for unlicensed operators as customers report losing thousands
www.theguardian.com
March 19, 2025 at 8:01 AM
'An investigation has found that the payment giants are failing to stop their networks being used to make transactions on unlicensed sites despite a previous pledge to do so.'
www.theguardian.com/society/2025... #Childfinancialharms
www.theguardian.com/society/2025... #Childfinancialharms
‘With the rise of digital media, advertising to children has become a multibillion-dollar industry. One estimate finds that many 14-year-olds are exposed to 1,260 ads daily on social media alone. ‘
www.unicef.org/childrightsa... #childfinancialharms
www.unicef.org/childrightsa... #childfinancialharms
Children and Digital Marketing
Promoting responsible commercial practices in a hyperconnected world
www.unicef.org
March 3, 2025 at 6:52 PM
‘With the rise of digital media, advertising to children has become a multibillion-dollar industry. One estimate finds that many 14-year-olds are exposed to 1,260 ads daily on social media alone. ‘
www.unicef.org/childrightsa... #childfinancialharms
www.unicef.org/childrightsa... #childfinancialharms
#Gamblingharm is hidden. It is rarely associated with young people and their voices are often missed from the conversation
Our new survey with @youngscot.bsky.social looks at the financial toll of in-game purchases
youngscot.net/news-databas...
#childfinancialharms
Our new survey with @youngscot.bsky.social looks at the financial toll of in-game purchases
youngscot.net/news-databas...
#childfinancialharms
February 24, 2025 at 10:25 AM
#Gamblingharm is hidden. It is rarely associated with young people and their voices are often missed from the conversation
Our new survey with @youngscot.bsky.social looks at the financial toll of in-game purchases
youngscot.net/news-databas...
#childfinancialharms
Our new survey with @youngscot.bsky.social looks at the financial toll of in-game purchases
youngscot.net/news-databas...
#childfinancialharms
‘Gambling harm is hidden. It is rarely associated with young people and their voices are often missed from the conversation’
A survey by Young scot and @fastforwardyouth.bsky.social on the financial toll of in-game purchases
youngscot.net/news-databas...
#childfinancialharms
A survey by Young scot and @fastforwardyouth.bsky.social on the financial toll of in-game purchases
youngscot.net/news-databas...
#childfinancialharms
Gambling strain on cash and relationships for young gamers - Young Scot Corporate
A survey by Young Scot and Fast Forward has revealed the financial toll of in-game purchases with nearly a quarter of young gamers admitting to gambling while playing video games.
youngscot.net
February 20, 2025 at 4:24 PM
‘Gambling harm is hidden. It is rarely associated with young people and their voices are often missed from the conversation’
A survey by Young scot and @fastforwardyouth.bsky.social on the financial toll of in-game purchases
youngscot.net/news-databas...
#childfinancialharms
A survey by Young scot and @fastforwardyouth.bsky.social on the financial toll of in-game purchases
youngscot.net/news-databas...
#childfinancialharms
'Children playing some of the most popular free mobile phone games downloaded through the Apple app store are being targeted with gambling adverts' by @sanyaburgess.bsky.social
inews.co.uk/news/mobile-... #childfinancialharms
inews.co.uk/news/mobile-... #childfinancialharms
Mobile games Bus Out and Supermarket Simulator push gambling ads to kids
Advertising regulator and Apple launch investigations as to how gambling ads are appearing on children’s games
inews.co.uk
February 19, 2025 at 1:21 PM
'Children playing some of the most popular free mobile phone games downloaded through the Apple app store are being targeted with gambling adverts' by @sanyaburgess.bsky.social
inews.co.uk/news/mobile-... #childfinancialharms
inews.co.uk/news/mobile-... #childfinancialharms
6 in 10 parents say child financial harms are a problem that needs dealing with.
A new report by #ChildFinancialHarms consortium lead @parentzone.bsky.social outlines the action needed to address this growing problem.
Read more here:
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
A new report by #ChildFinancialHarms consortium lead @parentzone.bsky.social outlines the action needed to address this growing problem.
Read more here:
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
Six in ten parents concerned about child financial harms | Parent Zone
parentzone.org.uk
February 14, 2025 at 1:51 PM
6 in 10 parents say child financial harms are a problem that needs dealing with.
A new report by #ChildFinancialHarms consortium lead @parentzone.bsky.social outlines the action needed to address this growing problem.
Read more here:
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
A new report by #ChildFinancialHarms consortium lead @parentzone.bsky.social outlines the action needed to address this growing problem.
Read more here:
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
As members of the #ChildFinancialHarms consortium we welcome this @parentzone.bsky.social report on the impact of online financial harms on families. Understanding the extent & nature of this issue is crucial for effective solutions, incl via the #PSHE curriculum
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
Six in ten parents concerned about child financial harms | Parent Zone
parentzone.org.uk
February 14, 2025 at 10:33 AM
As members of the #ChildFinancialHarms consortium we welcome this @parentzone.bsky.social report on the impact of online financial harms on families. Understanding the extent & nature of this issue is crucial for effective solutions, incl via the #PSHE curriculum
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
Are current systems and responses failing if we properly appreciate harm through a financial lens?
NEW episode of the Techshock podcast explores system changes needed to mitigate #ChildFinancialHarms
techshock.buzzsprout.com/1739115/epis...
NEW episode of the Techshock podcast explores system changes needed to mitigate #ChildFinancialHarms
techshock.buzzsprout.com/1739115/epis...
1. Time for a change? Talking Child Financial Harms with Adam Groves - Tech Shock - from Parent Zone
The Tech Shock podcast hits double digits as it returns for its 10th season. As always, Vicki will be joined this season by a whole host of expert guests to talk all things tech, as well as taking a d...
techshock.buzzsprout.com
February 12, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Are current systems and responses failing if we properly appreciate harm through a financial lens?
NEW episode of the Techshock podcast explores system changes needed to mitigate #ChildFinancialHarms
techshock.buzzsprout.com/1739115/epis...
NEW episode of the Techshock podcast explores system changes needed to mitigate #ChildFinancialHarms
techshock.buzzsprout.com/1739115/epis...
'When many people think about online scams, they think about financial scams targeted at older people, or at adults in general. However, children are also the targets of deceptive behaviour online.' #childfinancialharms
blogs.lse.ac.uk/medialse/202...
blogs.lse.ac.uk/medialse/202...
The many faces of online scams – four key deceptions targeted at children
When many people think about online scams, they think about financial scams targeted at older people, or at adults in general. However, children are also the targets of deceptive behaviour online. …
blogs.lse.ac.uk
February 11, 2025 at 1:32 PM
'When many people think about online scams, they think about financial scams targeted at older people, or at adults in general. However, children are also the targets of deceptive behaviour online.' #childfinancialharms
blogs.lse.ac.uk/medialse/202...
blogs.lse.ac.uk/medialse/202...
The #ChildFinancialHarms consortium is leading research and responses to the growing challenges of online financial harms affecting children
Access more research, resources and insights in the CFH Hub: parentzone.org.uk/ChildFinancialHarms
Access more research, resources and insights in the CFH Hub: parentzone.org.uk/ChildFinancialHarms
Child Financial Harms | Parent Zone | At the heart of digital family life
parentzone.org.uk
February 11, 2025 at 12:09 PM
The #ChildFinancialHarms consortium is leading research and responses to the growing challenges of online financial harms affecting children
Access more research, resources and insights in the CFH Hub: parentzone.org.uk/ChildFinancialHarms
Access more research, resources and insights in the CFH Hub: parentzone.org.uk/ChildFinancialHarms
6 in 10 parents say child financial harms are a problem that needs dealing with.
A new report by #ChildFinancialHarms consortium lead @parentzone.bsky.social outlines the action needed to address this growing problem
Read more about it here:
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
A new report by #ChildFinancialHarms consortium lead @parentzone.bsky.social outlines the action needed to address this growing problem
Read more about it here:
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
Six in ten parents concerned about child financial harms | Parent Zone
parentzone.org.uk
February 11, 2025 at 12:09 PM
6 in 10 parents say child financial harms are a problem that needs dealing with.
A new report by #ChildFinancialHarms consortium lead @parentzone.bsky.social outlines the action needed to address this growing problem
Read more about it here:
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
A new report by #ChildFinancialHarms consortium lead @parentzone.bsky.social outlines the action needed to address this growing problem
Read more about it here:
parentzone.org.uk/article/six-...
96% of 13-18 years olds shop online. Here's a reminder of the child financial harms that are too often overlooked 👇 parentzone.org.uk/article/prob... #childfinancialharms
A problem hiding in plain sight? | Parent Zone
parentzone.org.uk
November 26, 2024 at 8:39 AM
96% of 13-18 years olds shop online. Here's a reminder of the child financial harms that are too often overlooked 👇 parentzone.org.uk/article/prob... #childfinancialharms