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The dangers of digital media for children and young people
- Topic: Society
- Time: 19.02.2025, 16:00 to 16:45
- Location: Main Stage
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The panel discussion will analyse the opportunities and risks of social media for society and the state, with a focus on their influence on young people. Platforms such as TikTok and Instagram use algorithms to promote dwell time and increase dependency. Parents, education officials and politicians are therefore calling for regulations to better protect young people without jeopardising positive aspects such as education and social contact. Experts discuss how a balanced approach can be achieved.
Speaker
The Forum Security Switzerland (FSS) is a neutral platform to promote dialogue on various security topics, including cyber security. The FSS promotes dialogue between decision-makers and experts in order to develop a common understanding of security. The FSS regularly organizes high-profile security talks at which experts and decision-makers share their knowledge and report first-hand on national and international security policy challenges.