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//The Wire//2300Z December 11, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: AUSTRALIAN AGE VERIFICATION LAW COMES INTO EFFECT. ARRESTS MADE IN LAST WEEK'S STABBING ATTACK IN CHARLOTTE.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Australia: Yesterday Australia's Age Verification law came into effect for most websites, effectively blocking the vast majority of social media to the entire nation, unless users upload a scan of their face to prove that they are over 16 years old, and thus allowed to be on social media.Caribbean: The tanker vessel seized by the United States yesterday has been identified as the M/T *SKIPPER*, one of the infamous "shadow fleet" vessels which is used to smuggle oil around the world. The *SKIPPER* was her most recent name change, and at the time of capture she was flying the flag of Guyana (though her registration status is dubious at best). As of this afternoon, AIS ship tracking platforms noted her position being just off the east coast of St. Lucia, heading north at around 10 kts.-HomeFront-North Carolina: More details have come to light regarding the stabbing attack that took place on the Blue Line commuter train in Charlotte last week. Back on December 5th, a stabbing was reported on the train, with the assailant eventually being arrested. At the time of the incident, the attacker was not identified, but after a few days authorities said the attacker was Oscar Gerardo Solorzano-Garcia, an illegal immigrant from Honduras who had multiple warrants out for past violent crimes, to include aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.Analyst Comment: From here, the situation takes a rather unfortunate turn. Solorzano stabbed a man on the train, who was hospitalized with severe wounds. Earlier this week, the victim was identified as Kenyon Dobie, and was lauded as a hero during the attack because of his efforts to confront the attacker to stop him from harassing other commuters. Dobie did intervene, and prevented the attacker from bothering other passengers, which resulted in him getting stabbed in the process. However, after this news story hit the local media, and the victim made statements in front of the camera, Dobie (the victim) was arrested. Turns out, he had open warrants for his own arrest for beating a pregnant woman so severely she received skull fractures during a domestic dispute. Both Solorzano and Dobie are being held in jail due to Iryna's Law preventing their release.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comment: Unlike many other cases of Digital ID being mandated around the world, Australia has implemented even more dystopian procedures to take effect during this rollout. Of note, the social media platforms which are known to cause extreme harm to children (such as Discord and Roblox) are exempt from the social media ban. However, the platforms that are affected, are impacted in very specific ways.As one might expect, VPNs are popular ways to circumvent such crackdowns on speech. However, the IP addresses associated with VPNs are public record, so social media companies can easily blacklist those IPs, effectively making VPNs useless for evading the ban. At least some platforms have been observed using these blacklists (but not all). For those in the United Kingdom wondering about how their own Digital ID scandal will play out, this might be a clue; Australia is providing a case study for what a more totalitarian crackdown on communications throughout the global West might look like.How serious platforms are taking this plan is anyone's guess, and reports vary widely. Some users report no issues whatsoever with being prompted to verify their age, whereas others have reported every app they have now requiring a face scan. Some users report that they can simply put in a false date of birth with no verification at all, and others report their accounts being hard-locked even though the mandate does

The nation of Australia has banned social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram for kids under the age of 16. Should the United States of America follow their lead and do the same? Our pugnacious host, Mike Slater, has A TON of thoughts on this subject and you'll want to hear every SYLLABLE out of his mouth on it.After that segment, Slater gabs with the former Governor of Maine, Paul LePage, about his quest to become a U.S. Congressman in his state at the spry age of 78 so that President Donald Trump and the Republicans can keep control of the House of Representatives. MAGA! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

WBS: Songs, Social Media and Photoshoots Oh My #339 -- The gang is at it again. Brimstone is joined by his wing-man Alex DaPonte, and Brim's wife Danielle as they chat about Brim's photoshoot with Christina Kramer Portraits, another badass Bellissimo hat and Big Brooklyn Adventure, as well as The Great Rib Fail. They discuss experiencing the Oddities Flea Market in NYC, candy bacon crack, LED vs Incandescent holiday lights, the Holiday Tree Lighting, and how IKEA opened a virtual store in Roblox. They laugh about Bonnie Blue being arrested in Bangladesh, and the Cinnabon employee who lost her mind and job. Brim explains what gets Within Brim's Skin.

In this solo December episode, I continue a month-long series dedicated to educating parents about the real dangers our kids face online. After last week's story about Adam Tate, today I share two more real cases—one involving sextortion and another involving swatting—that every parent needs to understand. These aren't rare events. They're happening quickly, quietly, and often right under our noses while our kids sit in their bedrooms playing games like Roblox, Fortnite, and more.   You'll hear the heartbreaking story of 17-year-old Ryan Lass from San Jose, who took his own life within hours of being extorted by an overseas criminal network. Then we break down the tragic case of Andrew Finch, a 28-year-old father of two who was killed after a swatting prank triggered a full SWAT response to the wrong house. Both stories highlight how dangerous the digital world has become—and why we must be proactive, aware, and deeply involved in protecting our kids' online lives.     Timeline Summary: [0:00] Introduction [1:02] Why December episodes are focused on online safety and protecting kids. [1:50] Recap of last week's episode about Adam Tate and the Sean Ryan interview. [2:32] Why sinister online activity is escalating and why parents must stay informed. [3:02] Introducing two new stories: a sextortion case and a swatting case. [3:48] Explanation of "swatting" and why even young kids are now doing it. [4:48] Beginning Ryan Lass's story — a high school senior extorted online. [5:38] How a predator posed as a woman and launched a rapid blackmail attack. [6:07] FBI findings and identification of the international criminal ring. [7:41] Why Ryan's case matters: he was targeted, not reckless. [8:37] How modern predators manipulate teens using panic and pressure. [9:02] Parents' blind spots about who kids are connected to online. [10:17] Reminder that kids are connected to global predators—not just friends. [11:03] Introduction to Andrew Finch's swatting case. [12:06] The false 911 call describing a violent hostage situation. [12:57] How Andrew Finch was shot despite having no involvement. [14:01] Why swatting is deadly—and how it grew out of gaming communities. [15:39] The seriousness of online conflict and its real-world consequences. [16:33] How swatting and predator activity now infiltrate gaming platforms. [16:54] Why Bark is one of the most effective tools for monitoring kids' devices. [17:19] The need for proactive online supervision—like helmets for digital life. [18:18] A recent incident with my own son that Bark helped me catch early. [19:09] The urgency of protecting our kids from online predators. [19:32] Directing listeners to the show notes and resources at thedadedge.com/1412. [20:10] Additional resources including PenTester, YouTube links, and conversation guides. [20:27] Free "Conversations for the Car" PDF for kids ages 5–18. [20:45] Encouragement for parents: we fight this fight together.       Five Key Takeaways Predators are organized, trained, and global. Kids on gaming systems are interacting with far more than just "friends."  Sextortion happens extremely fast. In Ryan's case, the window from first contact to death was only hours.  Swatting is no longer just a gaming prank—it's deadly. The Andrew Finch tragedy shows how quickly it can turn fatal.  Parents must stay vigilant, informed, and engaged. Safety now requires ongoing conversations and digital monitoring.  Tools like Bark can save lives. Monitoring texts, DMs, and online chats can catch danger long before it escalates.      Links & Resources Mentioned   Bark Monitoring for Families: https://thedadedge.com/bark Ryan Montgomery Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GPd36fFPuLsBSlZp6WUvc?si=BPYACSoWRRin9MatFHMGbg Facebook Story Referenced in Episode: https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=32876961955250751&id=100000911118224&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=nnmVU8LFIdec2oLO# PenTester (Ryan Montgomery's Cybersecurity Site): https://pentester.com/ Ryan Montgomery's YouTube Channel (@0dayCTF): https://www.youtube.com/@0dayCTF NBC Bay Area News — Sextortion Case of San Jose Teen: https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/4-arrested-sextortion-san-jose-teen-suicide/3865298/?utm_source=chatgpt.com ABC News — Swatting Incident Leading to Andrew Finch's Death: https://abcnews.go.com/US/la-man-arrested-swatting-incident-led-police-killing/story?id=52057251&utm_source=chatgpt.com Podcast Episode Shownotes: http://thedadedge.com/1412   Closing Remark If this episode helped open your eyes to the realities our kids face online, please take a moment to rate, review, follow, and share the show. Together, we can protect our kids and make the digital world a safer place for every family.

This episode features host Greg and Lewis Ward discussing the true nature of virtual worlds with Wagner James Au, author of Making a Metaverse That Matters, exploring the core design, economic, and community philosophies of successful platforms.SummaryThe discussion defines the metaverse as a vast, immersive virtual world with five core features, including highly customizable avatars and a link to the real-world economy . Au argues that to succeed, a platform must be fun immediately in a multiplayer context, operating as a "third space" where socialization is easy . He contends that Mark Zuckerberg's approach damaged the ideal of the metaverse by focusing too much on hardware and ignoring crucial lessons on community and regulation . The history of Second Life (SL) serves as a critical case study, showing that while strong community allows a platform to survive economic crises and bad onboarding, financial stability requires tightly regulated markets, learned through scandals like the implosion of virtual banks and the ban on unregulated gambling . Ultimately, the key to a thriving metaverse is prioritizing community, fostering diversity, and making creation easy .Key PointsCore Metaverse Definition A true metaverse is defined by Immersiveness, Customization (avatars/tools), Scale (millions of people), a Real-World Economy Link, and Off-World Tech Integration (for accessibility) .Identity and Design Avatars and Identity (05:51): Highly customizable avatars are critical for users to experiment with identity and personality . The Proteus Effect shows that an appealing avatar can boost real-world confidence. The "Fun First" Rule (15:40): Metaverse experiences must be fun immediately in a multiplayer setting (the Third Space concept) . This is why Roblox and Fortnite succeed. Meta's Misstep (10:26): Mark Zuckerberg caused "tremendous damage" to the concept by defining it around the Quest headset and ignoring lessons on managing toxic behavior, like the initial sexual harassment incidents on Horizon Worlds .Economics and Stability Community Precedes Commerce (29:44): Platforms must succeed as communities first. Focusing only on profit (the "Cryptoverse" issue) causes virtual worlds to fail . Second Life's Stability (22:31): SL's active user base is stable at 600,000. The paradox is that if a user survives the long onboarding, they "never leave" due to the community. Regulation is Necessary (40:53): SL's banking and gambling scandals forced Linden Lab to impose tight regulation . This proves that a tightly regulated economy is essential for user trust and stability.Timestamps 03:30 The Five Core Features of the Metaverse 05:51 Avatars and the "Proteus Effect" 10:26 Why Meta Damaged the Metaverse Concept 15:40 The Critical Rule: Why Metaverse Must Be Fun First 22:31 Second Life's Paradox: Why users never leaveReferencesMaking a Metaverse That MattersWagner James Au Lewis Ward Greg PosnerCheck out Player Driven

Before we did the research on Roblox, we honestly thought it was just a simple video game. Most parents probably do. But the reality is far more complicated. Roblox is a massive gaming platform with millions of user-created games inside it. Anyone can build a game, and kids can jump in and play — which means there's essentially no real regulation. And because kids are kids, they don't always recognize what's happening. Groomers often pretend to be the same age as the child they're interacting with, and they know exactly how to move conversations off the platform where they can't be traced. These people are highly skilled at what they do, which is why parents need to know what's really happening behind the scenes. We created a guide to help you navigate it all at https://www.thecommonparent.com/.This podcast is presented by The Common Parent. The all-in-one parenting resource you need to for your teens & tweens. We've uncovered every parenting issue, so you don't have too.Are you a parent that is struggling understanding the online world, setting healthy screen-time limits, or navigating harmful online content? Purchase screen sense for $24.99 & unlock Cat & Nat's ultimate guide to parenting in the digital age. Go to https://www.thecommonparent.com/screen-sense-ebook Follow @thecommonparent on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecommonparent/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Don't Die speaks to the newcomer, every kid plays Roblox in a sick society, for Bob the steps aren't some all important guide to life, living off the grid and not getting high in early sobriety

Good news for lovers of Meccano because that's what there's a surfeit of. We do a Hume Error, Set's got a wonky barcode, and Diary Dave unearths the very first wiki and plumps up his Pink.

Send us a textA group of middle-aged friends compete in an annual contest known as "The Long Talk," in which they must maintain a certain talking speed or get silenced forever. Strange things begin to happen when the friends start to become entangled in quantum mechanical machinations. On Episode 697 of Trick or Treat Radio we are joined by our old friend Double D for our December Patreon Takeover! He selected the films The Long Walk and Coherence for us to discuss. We also continue the age old debate of practical FX vs cgi, talk about the works of a little known author named Richard Bachman, and try to make sense of quantum mechanics. So grab your best talking shoes, pack plenty of extra glowsticks, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: Modern Horror franchises, Paranormal Activity, films that wear out their welcome, James Wan, Double D, Patreon Takeover, the Pale Paul Mooney of Podcasting, It: Welcome to Derry, Creepshow, practical fx vs. CGI, The Thing, The Shining, John Carpenter, Roblox gift cards, Minecraft, umbilical trauma, Fallout 76, Borderlands 2, Horizon, London After Midnight, Horror Express, Telly Savalas, All Hallow's Eve, 30 Ways to Die, Amanda Seyfried, American Horror Story, Dark Shadows, They, House of the Dead, Wolfcop, Dark Match, Dr. Giggles, Brendan Fraser, Carrie, Psycho, Jurassic Park, Darryl Hannah, Splash, Jason Goes to Hell, The Prince of Darkness, Trick or Treat, Body Bags, Don Calfa, A Haunted House, The Toolbox Murders, Spider Gates, Stranger Things 5 Vol. 1, Cobra Kai, WCUW, Ian Ziering, Sleepaway Camp, Wet Hot American Summer, Kimbo Slice, Wilfred Brimley, de-aging vs. recasting, Ready or Not: Here I Come, Samara Weaving, Lisa Frankenstein, Police Academy, Mad Max, The Thorn Trilogy, Teen Wolf, Thanksgiving, Dead Heat, Party Girl, City of Lost Children, Smallville, Frozen Caveman Lawyer, Stephen King, Frank Darabont, The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, Richard Bachman, R.L. Stine, Ryoki Inoue, Battle Royale, The Running Man, The Long Walk, Rango Unchained, Coherence, James Ward Byrkit, Nicholas Brendon, Emily Baldoni, blue nostrils, Clue, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, quantum mechanics, Twilight Zone, Jordan Peele, Us, Animal Man, Grant Morrison, Caught Stealing, Darren Aronofsky, Austin Butler, Yorgos Lanthimos, Bugonia, The Last Gentrification of Gotham, and Coherence and Incoherence: A Memoir, and Ricky Schrodinger's Cat.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show

According to the New York Post, a twisted online cult, dubbed 'Greggy's Cult,' terrorized and blackmailed children on gaming platforms into performing illicit acts on camera. In this episode, host Paul John Spaulding, Kyle Haglund, VP, Audio Engineering at Cybercrime Magazine, and Sam White, Video Producer at Cybercrime Magazine, discuss this story, alongside recent news that Roblox was banned in Russia. • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com

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Roblox represents an untapped communication platform where virtual merchandise drives real emotional value. Danielle Pederson, CMO at Amaze, explains how her company bridges digital and physical brand experiences through avatar customization. She discusses launching Amaze Digital Fits on Roblox, creating avatar clothing that can be printed as matching physical products, and leveraging gaming platforms as social connection hubs for younger audiences.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

AlabamaCongressman Aderholt part of investigation into Nigerian genocideSen. Tuberville says "seditious six" Dems should pay price for their videoJob requirement within SNAP program now extends age to 643 AL families file lawsuits against Roblox for predators on the platformUS Food and Drug reports a faulty glucose monitor linked to 7 deathsNationalPresident issues surprise pardon to TX congressman Henry Cuellar and wifeTrump reveals new tax deduction on new car interest ratesTrump signs off on rolling back CAFE standards in Dept of TransportationElise Stefanik gets provision added to bill that reigns in FBI surveillanceHouse Judiciary issues subpoena for 12/17 questioning of Jack SmithState employees in MN post damning report on dishonesty of Governor Tim Walz and the Somalian refugee fraud network

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Roblox represents an untapped communication platform where virtual merchandise drives real emotional value. Danielle Pederson, CMO at Amaze, explains how her company bridges digital and physical brand experiences through avatar customization. She discusses launching Amaze Digital Fits on Roblox, creating avatar clothing that can be printed as matching physical products, and leveraging gaming platforms as social connection hubs for younger audiences.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

00:00 Intro08:00 House Keeping13:09 Gaming History32:15 Hard News33:00 Metroid Prime 4 / Amiibo Controversy?47:56 Metroid Prime 4 Cutscenes53:45 100% Completion?59:17 A Disney Dream?01:11:40 The R Word01:22:50 The Best Story In A Good While?01:48:46 Roblox Banned For LGBT Propaganda?01:57:10 Our Spotify Numbers!

“How many of the top 10 trending topics on YouTube in 2025 have you even heard of?” That's the challenge Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray throw down in this hilarious and eye-opening episode of The Ben and Skin Show.The crew dives into the ultimate pop culture gut check, revealing just how out of touch—or surprisingly hip—they really are. From Squid Game and Roblox to the mysterious Brain Rot, the bizarrely named La Boo Boo, and the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2, this segment is packed with laughs, confusion, and unexpected revelations.This episode is a perfect mix of cultural commentary and comedic chaos—ideal for anyone who wants to laugh while checking their own trendiness score.

The news of AI voice cloning by Michael Caine and Matthew McConaughey met with a mixture of weighing legacy, ownership rights, estates, and the risk of deepfake fraud using celebrities and even podcasters. Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Dave Ginsburg, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, and Jim Rea debate legal guardrails, fair use, and how cheap tools empower scams. Later, the discussion shifts to reports that London thieves prefer stealing iPhones over Android devices and how social engineering can defeat Apple's security measures.  This edition of MacVoices is supported by The MacVoices Slack. Available all Patrons of MacVoices. Sign up at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: [0:00] Sponsor mention and pivot to AI voice cloning [0:33] Michael Caine and Matthew McConaughey sign on for AI voice clones [1:59] Creepiness factor and everyday abuse of cloned voices [2:06] Spam callers, family impersonation, and scam risks [3:27] Comparing licensed AI voices to authors licensing their style [4:25] Ownership rights, estates, and posthumous revenue streams [5:43] Al Roker deepfake ad and unauthorized commercial use [8:32] Guardrails to protect voices from misuse [10:47] Illegality vs. cheap, hard-to-police AI impersonation [12:16] Public figures, fair use, and tougher likeness rules [14:51] London phone thieves returning Androids, keeping iPhones [16:00] Resale value, parts markets, and shipped-overseas phones [18:15] Social engineering tactics to get users to remove iCloud locks [18:28] Panel wrap-up, plugs, and where to find each participant [28:00] Closing credits, support options, and contact info Links: Michael Caine and Matthew McConaughey are getting AI voice clones with ElevenLabs https://apnews.com/article/ai-voice-clones-michael-caine-matthew-mcconaughey-elevenlabs-a906f912c4500bfea35b53f4ad07e846 Al Roker Deepfake Scam https://www.today.com/news/al-roker-deepfake-scam-rcna198136 Roblox is requiring 9yo kids to submit a video selfie for age verification https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/18/roblox-is-requiring-9yo-kids-to-submit-a-video-selfie-for-age-verification/ WhatsApp security flaw exposed 3.5B phone numbers – including yours https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/18/whatsapp-security-flaw-exposed-3-5b-phone-numbers-including-yours/ London thieves gave stolen phones back when they weren't iPhones https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/18/london-thieves-gave-stolen-phones-back-when-they-werent-iphones/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession 'firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. 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In this first solo show for December, the host, Larry Hagner, comes to the audience with anger and urgency to discuss a massive, sinister online threat targeting children through seemingly innocent games like Roblox and Minecraft. Drawing heavily from a recent Sean Ryan Show interview with ethical hacker Ryan Montgomery (Episode 255), the host alerts parents to the dark fringes of the internet and a dangerous group, 764, described as a dark web cult with an "indifference" belief that lives and families mean nothing.   The episode features the heartbreaking, public post from Adam and Amanda Tate whose 15-year-old son, Bryce Tate, tragically took his own life after being a victim of sextortion. The host details how these criminals build trust, escalate quickly (the Tate tragedy occurred in just three hours), and use threats of public exposure to manipulate vulnerable children. Beyond sextortion, the episode warns about extreme acts of self-harm, pet-killing, and even violence against family members being coerced for things as trivial as Roblox Robux.   The host emphasizes that parental awareness is the only defense. He strongly recommends using a parental monitoring software like Bark (about $15/month) to monitor online chats, text messages, and social media, allowing parents to get immediate alerts and intervene before tragedy strikes. This is a passionate call to action for fathers to educate themselves, have ongoing, fruitful conversations, and protect their children's lives.   TIMELINE SUMMARY   [0:00] Introduction [1:47] Episode disclaimer for parents [2:22] Alerting parents to the "massive threat" in games like Roblox and Minecraft [3:35] How innocent games can be tampered with and made evil [3:59] Introducing the Sean Ryan Show and the interview with Ryan Montgomery [4:37] Episode 255 of The Sean Ryan Show: "Roblox and Minecraft. Hacker exposes the largest online video games." [5:22] Warning: Roblox is not safe; introduction to the online group 764 [6:07] The 764 group's belief in indifference and not caring about the welfare of children [6:51] Sharing the story of Bryce Tate (15) and his parents, Adam and Amanda Tate [8:57] The discovery: Bryce was a victim of sextortion—a serious and growing threat  [9:49] The extortion phase: demanding $500 and threatening to share photos.  [10:22] Bryce, believing his world was destroyed, was manipulated into taking his own life [11:11] The rapid timeline: the first message to the final tragic act occurred in just three hours [12:02] Episode recommendation: Sean Ryan/Ryan Montgomery interview  [13:13] Discussing extreme acts: forcing a 14-year-old girl to hang herself naked on video [14:08] Forcing kids to tattoo usernames, burn themselves, and kill their pets or parents/siblings on video [15:10] The shocking detail: kids are being coerced for Roblox Robux, not even real money  [16:49] Bark: Parental Monitoring Software [19:11] Call to parents: Make an effort to have ongoing conversations with your kids [19:35] The modern threat: the bully can be in your kid's bedroom, 25 feet away, and you have "no idea" [20:25] Conclusion: The only protection our kids have is us; a passionate final call to action.   5 KEY TAKEAWAYS   The Threat is Real and Sinister Online platforms like Roblox and Minecraft are being exploited by a large, sadistic group (764) on the dark web that preys on vulnerable children, escalating from sextortion to coercing extreme acts of self-harm and violence for Robux or recognition. Speed is Critical—Intervention Must Be Immediate. The sextortion process is incredibly fast. A child can be manipulated into a catastrophic decision in as little as three to six hours, as seen in the Bryce Tate tragedy, highlighting the crucial need for immediate digital awareness and monitoring. The Stakes Are Life and Death. These criminals are professionals who exploit children's innocence and sense of shame, often leading victims to take their own lives. The host argues this is a heinous crime, describing the acts as being "murdered... through his phone".  Awareness is the Only Defense. Parents cannot protect their children unless they know what is happening. The host urges parents to research the topic (especially the Sean Ryan Show interview with Ryan Montgomery) to understand the depth of the technological and psychological infiltration. Protect Your Kids with Technology and Ongoing Conversation. While open, ongoing conversations are vital, parental monitoring tools like Bark are essential for a safety net. Bark monitors 30+ apps and texts, sending immediate alerts to parents, allowing intervention within minutes to stop a fast-moving threat.   LINKS Podcast Shownotes: https://thedadedge.com/1409 Bark: Parental Monitoring Software: https://thedadedge.com/bark #255 Ryan Montgomery - Roblox & Minecraft: Hacker Exposes the Largest Online Video Games: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GPd36fFPuLsBSlZp6WUvc?si=7BfOCdNOTzuoW4LkvHzyAA #JusticeforBryce - Adam Tate's Official Announcement: https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=32876961955250751&id=100000911118224&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=nnmVU8LFIdec2oLO# Pentester: https://pentester.com Ryan Montgomery: https://www.youtube.com/@0dayCTF

For this episode of Have a Seat with Chris Hansen, Chris travels to Tallahassee, Florida for a candid and in-depth interview with Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier regarding his offices recent criminal charges against the online gaming platform Roblox. Uthmeier provides insight into the investigation and how Roblox is choosing profit over protecting kids by allowing sexual predators to access, communicate and groom underaged children. According to the Office of the Florida Attorney General press release, the subpoenas will investigate whether Roblox's actions, or lack thereof, are aiding in predators accessing and harming children and look into predators that are utilizing the platform's in-game currency ‘Robux' to bribe minors into sending sexually explicit images. If you've been following Hansen's investigation into Roblox, this is an episode you won't want to miss. *Video courtesy of the Florida Attorney General's Office Home Title Lock: Go to https://hometitlelock.com/chrishansen and use promo code HANSEN to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection! For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a very serious and import edition of Breitbart News Daily, our host, Mike Slater, speaks frankly about the Trump accounts and how they should be both good and bad for the young people of this country.Following that opener, Slater talks about the hidden dangers of online computer games like Roblox and why you owe it to your kids to keep them OFF of those services. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week we're breaking down several recent developer quality of life improvements from the past couple of weeks whilst Roblox are on Thanksgiving break.We discuss updates including native Community Announcements replacing Guilded, Luau's New Type Solver exiting beta with improved type inference, and Extended Services expansion with DataStore notifications and the open-source Batch Processor. We also explore the new ReflectionService API for programmatic engine inspection, relaxed Verified Badge requirements for contributors, HttpService Observability dashboards, and Studio's flexible UI updates preparing for full release in January.Chapters:(00:00) Intro(01:07) Communities - Announcements(04:33) Luau - Type Solver Release(09:58) Extended Services - Data Stores Notifications(16:26) Roblox Trivia(19:55) Verified - Updated Requirements(25:03) Studio - ReflectionService API(28:20) Studio - UI Update(37:13) OutroSeason 3 Episode 10Sources:- Community announcements on Roblox— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/create-community-announcements-directly-on-roblox/4094836- Luau's new type solver (general release)— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/general-release-luau's-new-type-solver/4084991— https://x.com/sleitnick/status/1994682221098406279- Extended services update— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/extended-services-update/4070634— Datastore batch processor CLI: https://devforum.roblox.com/t/data-stores-batch-processor-is-now-open-source/4070597— Batch processor source code: https://github.com/Roblox/data-stores-batch-processor-cli— HTTPService observability: https://devforum.roblox.com/t/announcing-observability-dashboard-for-httpservice/4085515- Update on verified badge requirements— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/update-on-verified-badge-requirements-for-experiences/4070915— Verified Badge FAQ: https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/7997207259156-Verified-Badge-FAQ- ReflectionService API— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/introducing-reflectionservice-programmatic-access-to-engine-api-information/4078522- Studio UI update— https://devforum.roblox.com/t/an-update-on-the-new-flexible-studio-ui/4085392— Comments digest email: https://devforum.roblox.com/t/stay-in-the-loop-with-email-digests-for-studio-comments/4078422Hosts:- Adam (BanTech): https://lastlevel.co.uk/adam- Anthony (sublivion): https://www.roblox.com/users/44028290/profile----------------------------Watch or listen wherever you get your podcasts.Visit https://lastlevel.co.uk/podcast for more.Join the Discord: https://discord.lastlevel.co.ukBeyond The Blox is produced by Seb Jensen for Last Level Studios.

MarTech platforms fail when brands can't bridge digital and physical experiences. Danielle Pederson, CMO at Amaze, explains how virtual merchandise creates real emotional connections with younger audiences. She discusses launching Amaze Digital Fits on Roblox to let users dress avatars and purchase matching physical products. The strategy treats gaming platforms as communication channels rather than just entertainment, recognizing how Gen Z builds community through digital-first interactions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MarTech platforms fail when brands can't bridge digital and physical experiences. Danielle Pederson, CMO at Amaze, explains how virtual merchandise creates real emotional connections with younger audiences. She discusses launching Amaze Digital Fits on Roblox to let users dress avatars and purchase matching physical products. The strategy treats gaming platforms as communication channels rather than just entertainment, recognizing how Gen Z builds community through digital-first interactions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is Black Friday really booming, or are inflated prices and AI shopping assistants just muddying the waters? This episode rips into the data, exposes retailer tactics, and debates if smarter tech is actually making us better shoppers. Black Friday data shows online sales strong, store results mixed Silicon Valley's man in the White House is benefiting himself and his friends View: Trump's AI agenda sails toward an iceberg of bipartisan populist fury 'We do fail ... a lot': Defense startup Anduril hits setbacks with weapons tech Solar's growth in US almost enough to offset rising energy use Datacenters in space are a terrible, horrible, no good idea China leapfrogs US in global market for 'open' AI models Danish authorities in rush to close security loophole in Chinese electric buses The Ford F-150 Lightning was supposed to transform the industry. Now, Ford may pull the plug Roblox is a problem — but it's a symptom of something worse Warner Music and Suno strike deal for AI music, giving artists control over their likeness Leak confirms OpenAI is preparing ads on ChatGPT for public roll out Jony Ive, Sam Altman: OpenAI plans elegantly simple device One tech tip: Modern cars are spying on you. Here's what you can do about it How a GM EV1 was sold for the first time GPU prices are coming to earth just as RAM costs shoot into the stratosphere Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Daniel Rubino, Sam Abuelsamid, and Mike Elgan Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: ventionteams.com/twit deel.com/twit zapier.com/twit Melissa.com/twit zscaler.com/security

A deadly shooting that claimed the life of a National Guard soldier is intensifying political pressure over immigration, as the Trump administration vows a tougher crackdown and lawmakers argue over who is to blame. Colin Reed, Republican Strategist and founding partner at South and Hill Strategies, joins the Rundown to break down the security concerns raised by the attack and how the political fallout could shape the road to the 2026 midterms. As Cyber Monday deals roll in, experts warn that many of the season's most popular gifts like tablets, phones, and gaming cards can also expose kids to online risks. With millions of children under 13 already active on social media and gaming platforms, advocates say parents should start planning how to keep them safe. Stephen Balkam, CEO of the Family Online Safety Institute joins the Rundown to talk about the popular children's gaming website Roblox, and their new age verification system that they hope will be part of a growing push to protect minors online as tech companies face increasing scrutiny. Plus,  commentary from David Marcus, FOX News Digital columnist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Black Friday really booming, or are inflated prices and AI shopping assistants just muddying the waters? This episode rips into the data, exposes retailer tactics, and debates if smarter tech is actually making us better shoppers. Black Friday data shows online sales strong, store results mixed Silicon Valley's man in the White House is benefiting himself and his friends View: Trump's AI agenda sails toward an iceberg of bipartisan populist fury 'We do fail ... a lot': Defense startup Anduril hits setbacks with weapons tech Solar's growth in US almost enough to offset rising energy use Datacenters in space are a terrible, horrible, no good idea China leapfrogs US in global market for 'open' AI models Danish authorities in rush to close security loophole in Chinese electric buses The Ford F-150 Lightning was supposed to transform the industry. Now, Ford may pull the plug Roblox is a problem — but it's a symptom of something worse Warner Music and Suno strike deal for AI music, giving artists control over their likeness Leak confirms OpenAI is preparing ads on ChatGPT for public roll out Jony Ive, Sam Altman: OpenAI plans elegantly simple device One tech tip: Modern cars are spying on you. Here's what you can do about it How a GM EV1 was sold for the first time GPU prices are coming to earth just as RAM costs shoot into the stratosphere Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Daniel Rubino, Sam Abuelsamid, and Mike Elgan Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: ventionteams.com/twit deel.com/twit zapier.com/twit Melissa.com/twit zscaler.com/security

Is Black Friday really booming, or are inflated prices and AI shopping assistants just muddying the waters? This episode rips into the data, exposes retailer tactics, and debates if smarter tech is actually making us better shoppers. Black Friday data shows online sales strong, store results mixed Silicon Valley's man in the White House is benefiting himself and his friends View: Trump's AI agenda sails toward an iceberg of bipartisan populist fury 'We do fail ... a lot': Defense startup Anduril hits setbacks with weapons tech Solar's growth in US almost enough to offset rising energy use Datacenters in space are a terrible, horrible, no good idea China leapfrogs US in global market for 'open' AI models Danish authorities in rush to close security loophole in Chinese electric buses The Ford F-150 Lightning was supposed to transform the industry. Now, Ford may pull the plug Roblox is a problem — but it's a symptom of something worse Warner Music and Suno strike deal for AI music, giving artists control over their likeness Leak confirms OpenAI is preparing ads on ChatGPT for public roll out Jony Ive, Sam Altman: OpenAI plans elegantly simple device One tech tip: Modern cars are spying on you. Here's what you can do about it How a GM EV1 was sold for the first time GPU prices are coming to earth just as RAM costs shoot into the stratosphere Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Daniel Rubino, Sam Abuelsamid, and Mike Elgan Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: ventionteams.com/twit deel.com/twit zapier.com/twit Melissa.com/twit zscaler.com/security

Is Black Friday really booming, or are inflated prices and AI shopping assistants just muddying the waters? This episode rips into the data, exposes retailer tactics, and debates if smarter tech is actually making us better shoppers. Black Friday data shows online sales strong, store results mixed Silicon Valley's man in the White House is benefiting himself and his friends View: Trump's AI agenda sails toward an iceberg of bipartisan populist fury 'We do fail ... a lot': Defense startup Anduril hits setbacks with weapons tech Solar's growth in US almost enough to offset rising energy use Datacenters in space are a terrible, horrible, no good idea China leapfrogs US in global market for 'open' AI models Danish authorities in rush to close security loophole in Chinese electric buses The Ford F-150 Lightning was supposed to transform the industry. Now, Ford may pull the plug Roblox is a problem — but it's a symptom of something worse Warner Music and Suno strike deal for AI music, giving artists control over their likeness Leak confirms OpenAI is preparing ads on ChatGPT for public roll out Jony Ive, Sam Altman: OpenAI plans elegantly simple device One tech tip: Modern cars are spying on you. Here's what you can do about it How a GM EV1 was sold for the first time GPU prices are coming to earth just as RAM costs shoot into the stratosphere Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Daniel Rubino, Sam Abuelsamid, and Mike Elgan Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: ventionteams.com/twit deel.com/twit zapier.com/twit Melissa.com/twit zscaler.com/security

One of the world's biggest online gaming sites, Roblox, is in the courts. The cases involve the alleged sexual exploitation of a minor, online harassment, and business practices that lead to addiction.That last charge, involving addiction, is connected to an aspect of online gaming that's passing mostly under the radar. The “gamblification” of games for children. It's a charge that's been levelled at not just Roblox but a number of other high profile companies from Microsoft to Ubisoft. Tricks of the trade from casinos have made their way into the gaming world.Professor Sarah Grimes, professor of communication studies at McGill, spends her time researching how kids, particularly kids in elementary school, interact with tech. How it harms, how it helps, how they use it to communicate with each other, and how it shapes their place in the world. She's here to talk about what it means when kid's games turn into gambling.Host: Bruce ThorsonCredits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher)Featured Guest: Sarah GrimesFact checking by Julian AbrahamAdditional music by Audio NetworkMore information:https://www.forbes.com/sites/jasonwosborne/2023/05/25/how-loot-boxes-in-childrens-video-games-encourage-gambling/https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/roblox-faces-bc-lawsuit-by-12-year-old-addicted-to-websitehttps://www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/article/quebec-lawsuit-alleges-video-games-are-gathering-childrens-personal-data/Sponsors: CAMH: CAMH is building better mental health care for everyone to ensure no one is left behind. Visit https://camh.ca/canadaland to make a donation and double your impact. Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit https://douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer.Squarespace: Check out https://squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more.If you value this podcast, support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Top headlines for Monday, December 1, 2025In this episode, we dive into Roblox facing a lawsuit over claims it became a “hunting ground” for predators, with an Oklahoma teen at the center of the case. We also cover the arrest of thirteen Israeli citizens after crossing into Syrian territory in the Golan Heights, and explore how a Christian legal group is rating America's biggest retailers on their holiday spirit.00:11 California drops $67K in fines against Bay Area church01:00 Roblox serves as 'hunting ground' for child predators: lawsuit01:50 13 Israelis arrested after breaching border, crossing into Syria02:35 GOP lawmaker faces backlash over comment about Orthodox churches03:27 Several major US retailers placed on 'Naughty List'04:15 Anglican priest dies in captivity after kidnapping in Nigeria05:08 Texas Christian University to sunset race, gender studiesSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on XChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsCalifornia drops $67K in fines against Bay Area church | U.S.Roblox serves as 'hunting ground' for child predators: lawsuit | Entertainment13 Israelis arrested after breaching border, crossing into Syria | WorldGOP lawmaker faces backlash over comment about Orthodox churches | U.S.Several major US retailers placed on 'Naughty List' | U.S.Anglican priest dies in captivity after kidnapping in Nigeria | WorldTexas Christian University to sunset race, gender studies | U.S.

Is Black Friday really booming, or are inflated prices and AI shopping assistants just muddying the waters? This episode rips into the data, exposes retailer tactics, and debates if smarter tech is actually making us better shoppers. Black Friday data shows online sales strong, store results mixed Silicon Valley's man in the White House is benefiting himself and his friends View: Trump's AI agenda sails toward an iceberg of bipartisan populist fury 'We do fail ... a lot': Defense startup Anduril hits setbacks with weapons tech Solar's growth in US almost enough to offset rising energy use Datacenters in space are a terrible, horrible, no good idea China leapfrogs US in global market for 'open' AI models Danish authorities in rush to close security loophole in Chinese electric buses The Ford F-150 Lightning was supposed to transform the industry. Now, Ford may pull the plug Roblox is a problem — but it's a symptom of something worse Warner Music and Suno strike deal for AI music, giving artists control over their likeness Leak confirms OpenAI is preparing ads on ChatGPT for public roll out Jony Ive, Sam Altman: OpenAI plans elegantly simple device One tech tip: Modern cars are spying on you. Here's what you can do about it How a GM EV1 was sold for the first time GPU prices are coming to earth just as RAM costs shoot into the stratosphere Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Daniel Rubino, Sam Abuelsamid, and Mike Elgan Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: ventionteams.com/twit deel.com/twit zapier.com/twit Melissa.com/twit zscaler.com/security

A deadly shooting that claimed the life of a National Guard soldier is intensifying political pressure over immigration, as the Trump administration vows a tougher crackdown and lawmakers argue over who is to blame. Colin Reed, Republican Strategist and founding partner at South and Hill Strategies, joins the Rundown to break down the security concerns raised by the attack and how the political fallout could shape the road to the 2026 midterms. As Cyber Monday deals roll in, experts warn that many of the season's most popular gifts like tablets, phones, and gaming cards can also expose kids to online risks. With millions of children under 13 already active on social media and gaming platforms, advocates say parents should start planning how to keep them safe. Stephen Balkam, CEO of the Family Online Safety Institute joins the Rundown to talk about the popular children's gaming website Roblox, and their new age verification system that they hope will be part of a growing push to protect minors online as tech companies face increasing scrutiny. Plus,  commentary from David Marcus, FOX News Digital columnist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week in the news: Paradox accepts blame for the Bloodlines 2 failure (and it totally should). Steam makes a call on banning a game that GoG has decided to sell anyway. The CEO of Roblox is totally fine with all the predators on his platform preying on children so long as it pumps up his game numbers. Yeah, he's a pretty vile dude, tbh. And what will likely be the topic of the decade (or at least the next few years): AI in gaming. Is it cool or not? Let's discuss. Oak's back and he's played the entirety of Dispatch so now he's on to a Spiderman game! Grif is so heated about how a friend cost them the round of Devour that she can't even tell the story correctly. Thankfully, Chicken can elaborate! All this and much more on this week's Infinite Respawn Podcast! Discord: https://discord.gg/d7cEJqT Chicken's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/elitechicken313 Oak's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/MDBOAKTREE Grif's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@grifslynam  

AI nije terapeut. Danas otvaramo vrlo osjetljivu temu – tehnologiju i mentalno zdravlje. Povod je reakcija OpenAI-ja, koji se prvi put službeno oglasio oko optužbi da je njihov alat, ChatGPT, navodno pomogao tinejdžeru u provođenju ideje da si oduzme život. Prije nesretnog događaja 16-godišnjak je, prema tvrdnjama roditelja, proveo sate razgovarajući o svojoj namjeri sa ChatGPT-jem. Ipak, iz OpenAI-ja odbacuju odgovornost i kažu da je mladić prekršio pravila korištenja alata i da je model više puta ponavljao da potraži stručnu pomoć.Platformerov intervju s Robloxovim CEO-om Davidom Baszuckijem izazvao je val reakcija – najkomentiraniji u tri godine emisije. Publika i novinari ostali su šokirani njegovim minimiziranjem pitanja o sigurnosti djece, iako većina od 151,5 milijuna mjesečnih korisnika platforme jesu upravo djeca._______________0:00 Uvod0:25 ChatGPT sudjelovao u samoubojstvu4:30 Lako zaboravljamo da ne pričamo sa živim bićem9:30 Treba li maloljetnima zabraniti ChatGPT?13:40 Roblox kao jedna od najopasnijih platformiTOP i FLOP21:15 ChatGPT uveo opciju grupnog chata20:20 AI medvjedić koji priča o pornografiji?23:40 Objavljena posljednja epizoda Stranger Thingsa24:40 EU će zabraniti društvene mreže mlađima od 16_______________

News and Updates: Pornhub urges tech giants to implement device-level age verification, arguing current site-based laws fail to protect minors and drive traffic to unregulated platforms. Malaysia announced a 2026 ban on social media for children under 16, joining Australia in enforcing stricter digital age limits to combat online harm. Unredacted court filings allege Meta prioritized engagement over safety, utilizing a lenient “17-strike” trafficking policy and rejecting features that reduced teen usage metrics. Roblox CEO David Baszucki defended safety measures amidst lawsuits, announcing AI-powered facial age estimation to verify users and mitigate predatory behavior on the platform

Is the next $500M entertainment franchise hiding inside a Roblox game your kids are already playing? In this Metavertising episode, Ely Santos sits down with James Purell — founder of Building Blocks, Roblox verified creator, and the mind behind one of the largest Roblox news accounts @RBXevents_ — to unpack how games like Steal a Brain Rot, Grow a Garden and Dress to Impress are quietly becoming the new Marvel-style IP factories.They dive deep into what brands get wrong on Roblox, how UGC worlds beat traditional ad formats, and why the smartest move for IP owners might be to partner with fan-made games instead of shutting them down.

A deadly shooting that claimed the life of a National Guard soldier is intensifying political pressure over immigration, as the Trump administration vows a tougher crackdown and lawmakers argue over who is to blame. Colin Reed, Republican Strategist and founding partner at South and Hill Strategies, joins the Rundown to break down the security concerns raised by the attack and how the political fallout could shape the road to the 2026 midterms. As Cyber Monday deals roll in, experts warn that many of the season's most popular gifts like tablets, phones, and gaming cards can also expose kids to online risks. With millions of children under 13 already active on social media and gaming platforms, advocates say parents should start planning how to keep them safe. Stephen Balkam, CEO of the Family Online Safety Institute joins the Rundown to talk about the popular children's gaming website Roblox, and their new age verification system that they hope will be part of a growing push to protect minors online as tech companies face increasing scrutiny. Plus,  commentary from David Marcus, FOX News Digital columnist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode host Jim Chapman brings you his recent sit down with Sheriff Jason Ard of Livingston Parish Louisiana recently aired on Jim's Local Leaders Podcast. Most notably for listeners of Exposed, The Sheriff breaks down the growing trend of crimes against children by bad actors using applications such as Roblox, Tik-Tok, Snapchat and other apps geared towards children. He also highlights his work with Chris Hansen, the GOAT of catching predators and gives some valuable insight on how you can protect your children. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/exposed-scandalous-files-of-the-elite--6073723/support.

The DoF crew break down everything: from Ubisoft's endless identity crisis to Unity and Epic's unexpected “Make the Metaverse Great Again” alliance.We get into Roblox CEO David Baszucki's tense appearance on Hard Fork, the baffling randomness of The Game Awards nominations, Saudi Arabia's PIF liquidity challenges, and why Turkey's red-hot gaming scene may finally be overheating.Plus: a disagreement for Nordic tax schemes and a dispatch from Helsinki's Slush Conference, home of the world's most optimistic founders in a country with no economic growth.00:00 Welcome01:52 Slush Conference Insights05:06 Tax Benefits for Expats in Europe08:29 Shills09:24 Ubisoft and Tencent Deal12:28 Epic Games and Unity Partnership18:30 Roblox CEO's Podcast Appearance30:11 Game Awards Nominationss32:19 Most Anticipated Games Discussion34:23 Controversial Mobile Game Nominations39:22 Saudi Arabia's Gaming Investments47:12 Turkey's Booming Gaming Ecosystem54:43 Steam Machines and Market Challenges01:01:51 Concluding Thoughts and Thanksgiving Wishes

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We switch on our TikTok brains this week to give our impressions of the insanity that is Kirby Air Riders for the Nintendo Switch 2. Hans Gougar joins David and Jordan as we talk all about the things that work and the things that don't in the newest game from maestro Masahiro Sakurai. Are we able to keep up with everything that's going on?? Tune in to find out!! We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Black Friday deals in the eShop, a major Roblox update to combat many lawsuits, the IRL Pokemon theme park opening in Japan and much more. As always, we close with the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:07:27 News and Rumors 0:28:16 Kirby Air Riders Impressions 1:18:49 Games We're Playing Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: https://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips

• Bart Merrick Team advice on pricing, staging, upgrades, and planning moves • Possible rate shifts and trusting agents over online info • Second annual Thanksgiving Kid Cast with Max, Tommy, and Maisie • Kids noticeably older since last year • Playing the Kid Cast intro and reacting to the cursing joke • Cornucopia chat and Maisie starting her topic list • Maisie calling Dan a funny comedian • Dan's dermatologist visit and the underwear-picking story • Finding a diamond necklace that belonged to Dan's late mother • Kids finding Maisie's old "doodoo" drawing and Tommy's childhood books • Talk about memories before age three • Debate over Dan growing his hair out • Kids choosing "computer men" as future careers • Maisie pitching flavor and food-development jobs • Discussion of flavorists, product testing, and internships • Max wanting to be a mechanical engineer; Mark Rober comparisons • Kids reacting to influencer life and online audiences • "Drunk in the bear" stunt jokes and bear-suit memories • Maisie limited to YouTube Kids; Roblox possibly fading • Warnings about online dangers and news • Maisie curious about college costs, in-state vs out-of-state • Sensory scientist and food-writer careers • Shared cooking-video and ASMR camping interests • Kids' YouTube habits, Blue Lock anime, and Dan's egg sandwiches • Maisie learning to cook and making biscuits • Creative careers, money, and VTubers • Kid trends: Roblox, Fortnite, Minecraft, Lonely Mountain Snow Riders • CapCut edits, aesthetic photos, and dance videos • Growth of kids' product industries and baby-mask marketing • Morning-routine chaos and "plumb bobs" dad story • Silence of the Lambs tucked-penis joke reactions • Tommy's black-hole question and wanting to make people laugh • Rapunzel hair-ripping cautionary tale • AI feedback-loop comparison • Breakfast routines, fancy school lunches, and picky eating • Cold hot-dog story and kids assuming adults drink beer • Solar Bears beer misconception and Maisie avoiding inappropriate jokes • Swapping-parents hypothetical and morning-routine differences • Cross-country practice schedules • Trying Swedish Devil licorice and other weird foods • Debate over rude vegetables and favorite veggies • Teaching kids about pogs and slammers • Showing Doom and comparing it to Minecraft • Minecraft roller coasters and animal experiments • Dance-competition songs like "Conga" and "Pink Pony Club" • Drunky the Bear in a thong joke • Thundercats intro and its anime influence • 80s skeletal villains and kids not wanting physical toys • Adults reminiscing about G.I. Joes and the $40 Super Soaker • Stuffed animals as collectibles; friends not playing with toys • Games used mainly for socializing • Indoor vs outdoor play differences • Voice chat today vs what 90s kids would've done • Kids reacting to being recognized by listeners • Myths like "don't swim after eating" • 80s/90s cartoons feeling slow now • Roblox as a social hub replacing neighborhood play • Screens keeping distant family connected • Listener question about knowing the kids' names • Bald Black-woman voicemail and gold-crown air fresheners • 90s car culture and Tom's first GMC S15 • Dog-poop stories, "mummy bones," and cleaning waffle-soled shoes • Outdoor dogs then vs indoor dogs now • Garage-Rottweiler memory • Suggestion for Tom to do an FDOT anti-DUI commercial • BeardMeatsFood and competitive-eater training • John Candy documentary, fame pressure, and early death • GLP-1s possibly helping Candy today; stigma around medical weight help • Caller saying puke stories aren't embarrassing • Ideas for embarrassing-story segments • Modern teens avoiding risky public behavior due to cameras • A-list guests preferring smaller shows to control conversations • Hosts noting they aren't journalists and don't do confrontational interviews • Thanksgiving thanks, travel plans, and NFL games • Happy Thanksgiving sign-off ### • Social Media: https://tomanddan.com | https://twitter.com/tomanddanlive | https://facebook.com/amediocretime | https://instagram.com/tomanddanlive
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In the 7 AM hour, Andrew Langer and Hans von Spakovsky discussed: WMAL GUEST: ZACK SMITH (Senior Legal Fellow, Heritage Foundation) on the Dismissal of Indictments Against James Comey and Letitia James SOUP SCANDAL: Campbell's Soup Executive Allegedly Calls Products "S--- for Poor People" in Secret Recording ROBLOX CONTROVERSY: Roblox CEO Calls Child Predators on the Platform an "Opportunity" Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM hour, Andrew Langer and Hans von Spakovsky discussed: WMAL GUEST: JUSTIN RIEMER (CEO, Restoring Integrity and Trust in Elections) on the fight to uncover voting records of an illegal immigrant school superintendent WMAL GUESTS: SCHLEP (YouTuber) and STEVEN VANDERPORTEN (Attorney) on Roblox banning Schlep for exposing child predators PAUL REVERE OF BALTIMORE: Scooter-Riding Navy Veteran "Buzz" Grambo Warns Neighbors of ICE Patrols Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUESTS: 'SCHLEP' (YouTuber/Activist) and STEVEN VANDERPORTEN (Attorney, Stinar Gould Grieco & Hensley) on Roblox Banning Schlep After He Exposed Child Predators on the Platform SOCIAL MEDIA: @RealSchlep ARTICLE: Roblox Faces Scrutiny After Banning YouTuber ‘Schlep' Amid Ongoing Controversy Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM hour, Andrew Langer and Julie Gunlock discussed: TERROR FUNDING: “The Largest Funder of Al-Shabaab Is the Minnesota Taxpayer” — Trump Responds by Ending TPS for Somalis in Minnesota DOGE UPDATE: Exclusive: DOGE 'Doesn't Exist' With Eight Months Left on Its Charter CRITTER NEWS: 911 Caller After Eagle Drops Cat Through Windshield ROBLOX SCANDAL: FBI Targets Dangerous Online '764' Network Including Alleged Affiliate Preying on 11-Year-Olds Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, November 24, 2025 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A judge is racing to break up Google's advertising empire before they can appeal, while Microsoft's Copilot stumbles on camera. Australia's sweeping social bans, Roblox's selfie requirement, and flawed AI moderation spark sharp debate on what happens when online gatekeeping gets serious. Top MAGA Influencers Accidentally Unmasked as Foreign Trolls NetChoice Sues Virginia To Block Its One-Hour Social Media Limit For Kids Roblox is requiring 9yo kids to submit a video selfie to prove age Outage at Cloudflare Disrupts Parts of the Internet It's not just you, many websites are not working this morning amid Cloudflare outage Cloudflare-related variation on the classic XKCD Trump's DOGE Is Dead and We Won't Miss It Meta Wins FTC Antitrust Trial Over Instagram, WhatsApp Deals Europe is scaling back its landmark privacy and AI laws Talking to Windows' Copilot AI makes a computer feel incompetent 780,000 Windows Users Downloaded Linux Distro Zorin OS in the Last 5 Weeks Fortnite is getting Unity games Oops. Cryptographers cancel election results after losing decryption key. SEC Dismisses Case Against SolarWinds, Top Security Officer Google Starts Testing Ads In AI Mode A decision about breaking up Google's adtech monopoly is on the horizon Work is "optional" and irrelevant money: Musk's creepy utopian dream White House Tries to axe the GAIN act (Act that would have prevented AI tech from being sold to other nations.) Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ, Molly White, and Wesley Faulkner Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: spaceship.com/twit helixsleep.com/twit expressvpn.com/twit zscaler.com/security deel.com/twit

Roblox's popularity has exploded among kids since the pandemic. Today Roblox has more than 150 million daily active users, and functions as one of the primary online gathering places for preteens. But precisely because Roblox is so popular with children, it has also attracted the attention of adult predators.This week we're joined by Roblox chief executive David Baszucki for a conversation about how the company is responding to allegations that it has become unsafe for children, and the new measures the gaming platform says it's now implementing to protect them.Guests:David Baszucki, chief executive of RobloxAdditional Reading: Roblox Sued for Wrongful Death After Teenager's SuicideGeneration Alpha's FarmVille Is Growing Like Crazy in Roblox We want to hear from you. Email us at hardfork@nytimes.com. Find “Hard Fork” on YouTube and TikTok. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

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