Rethinking Technology: Flipping Design by to Include Kids

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In the race to innovate, the tech industry has overlooked its most important users: our children. We’ve been designing digital worlds with adult hands, then hastily childproofing them as an afterthought. But what if we flipped the script?

Imagine technology built from the ground up with young users’ best interests at its core. This isn’t about dumbing things down — it’s about smart, ethical design that grows with its users.

By actively involving teens in the design process and truly considering what’s best for them, we unlock innovation our adult-centric view might never conceive. This approach isn’t just about compliance; it’s about creating entirely new categories of products that empower and enrich young lives.

The companies that grasp this now won’t just be ahead of regulations — they’ll be pioneers in understanding and serving the next generation of digital natives. It’s time to reshape the digital landscape, building trust and loyalty that lasts far beyond adolescence.

Are we ready to design not just for kids, but with them? The future of tech depends on it.

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Jeff Kluge, FHCA- AI Governance & Audits
Jeff Kluge, FHCA- AI Governance & Audits

Written by Jeff Kluge, FHCA- AI Governance & Audits

AI governance advocate, bridging business and ethical design of responsible tech, with a resolute focus on a brighter future for children.

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