https://www.klicksafe.eu/en/rss.xml de klicksafe.de Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:02:22 +0200 Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:02:22 +0200 TYPO3 EXT:news news-2093 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200 https://www.klicksafe.eu/en/news/medienkompetent-ins-neue-schuljahr-starten In some federal states, the new school year has already begun; in others, it is about to start. To mark the start of the school year, klicksafe is providing an overview of resources that teachers can use to incorporate the topic of media literacy into their lessons. Topics include cybergrooming, rules for class chats, and digital well-being. In addition, teachers have the opportunity to register their classes for the klicksafe lesson on September 17, titled “Bullied Online. Hurt in Real Life. Together Against Cyberbullying!” news-4949 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200 https://www.klicksafe.eu/en/news/so-funktionieren-die-neuen-transparenzpflichten-fuer-kuenstliche-intelligenz The new transparency requirements of the European AI Act have been in effect since August 2, 2026. They establish binding guidelines for handling certain AI-generated content. Contrary to popular belief, however, not every AI-generated image, video, or text will automatically have to be labeled with a visible notice in the future. Instead, the regulations vary depending on the type of content and who develops or uses the AI. We explain the implications of the new transparency requirements and what users need to be aware of. news-1877 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200 https://www.klicksafe.eu/en/news/ein-smartphone-zum-schulstart-eine-gute-idee “But everyone else has one, too!”—Parents are probably all too familiar with this argument. But at what age should children get their first cell phone? Many parents use the transition from elementary school to middle school as an opportunity to give their children their own smartphone. How can parents tell if their child is ready for a smartphone? And is a smartwatch a good alternative? We answer the most important questions parents have about “smartphones in children’s hands.” Media Education Smartphone news-2081 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:30:00 +0200 https://www.klicksafe.eu/en/news/medienzeit-kreativ-nutzen Computers, tablets and smartphones are usually used more intensively than usual during the vacations. However, this doesn't have to be a negative thing, as you can also work creatively with these devices. Which camera setting is the right one? How do you edit radio plays? And how do you animate games? With the right tools and information pages, children can quickly learn the most important tricks for working creatively with media. This makes the supposedly boring vacation time fly by. This not only offers added value for their own media experience. It also enables an informed and critical examination of media content. klicksafe presents recommended offers. Media usage news-4947 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0200 https://www.klicksafe.eu/en/news/deutlicher-anstieg-sexueller-gewalt-gegen-kinder-im-internet The number of cases of sexual violence against children in Germany has risen again. The most significant increase is seen in offenses involving no physical contact. These include, for example, cases of cybergrooming and sexual violence against children in messaging apps or video chats. This is according to the “Federal Overview of Sexual Offenses Against Children and Adolescents 2025,” published today by the Federal Criminal Police Office. We explain the dangers that exist online and provide you with appropriate resources to help protect children and adolescents. news-4946 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200 https://www.klicksafe.eu/en/news/social-media-nutzung-laut-jugendlichen-sowohl-inspiration-als-auch-belastung First a good mood, then a guilty conscience: That’s how many young people describe scrolling through their social media feeds in the new JIMplus study. Three out of four young people say that social media distracts them from things they should actually be doing. And half of the 14- to 17-year-old respondents said that their media use leaves them with no time for rest and leisure activities. On the other hand, for 82 percent, these platforms provide important access to knowledge, and about half of the respondents reported feeling understood there. The latest JIMplus Study 2026 by the Media Education Research Network Southwest (mpfs) shows how adolescents experience the opportunities and stresses of digital media and what impact this has on their digital well-being. news-4945 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200 https://www.klicksafe.eu/en/news/eu-sonderausschuss-empfiehlt-social-media-verbot-fuer-kinder-unter-13 The Special Committee on Children’s Online Safety, established by President von der Leyen, has published its report. The Special Committee was tasked with developing recommendations for ensuring that children and adolescents use the internet safely. Not least, the discussions about possible social media bans in Germany and other EU countries were certainly a reason why uniform European rules are now to be developed. We provide an overview of what the report says and whether a social media ban in Europe has now become more likely. news-4944 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0200 https://www.klicksafe.eu/en/news/wie-koennen-jugendliche-sich-vor-falschmeldungen-schuetzen For several weeks now, false reports about the Vinted platform have been circulating on social media. It is alleged that child trafficking is taking place on the popular sales platform. Some videos related to these false reports have been viewed millions of times. Naturally, children and teens who use Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube are also coming into contact with this disturbing content. We explain why such false reports spread so quickly and how we can help children and teens make sense of them. news-2088 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200 https://www.klicksafe.eu/en/news/15-sommerrabatt-auf-alle-klicksafe-materialien Summer vacation has already begun in some federal states, and in others it is just around the corner. Over the next two months, many educators will also be focusing on preparing for the next school year. We’d like to support you in bringing the topic of “digital media safety” into schools, so we’re offering a 15% discount on all klicksafe materials and shipping costs through the end of August. news-4943 Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0200 https://www.klicksafe.eu/en/news/whatsapp-ermoeglicht-kontakte-kuenftig-auch-ohne-telefonnummer The popular messaging app WhatsApp has announced that users can now register usernames. Until now, accounts were always linked to a phone number, which was also visible to other contacts. A phone number will still be required to create a WhatsApp account. However, it will no longer be shared with other contacts if a username has been entered. We explain why this new feature provides greater security on the one hand but can lead to new problems on the other.