Behind the screen, curiosity can sometimes lead teens towards hidden digital risks.

Born between 1997 and 2010, Gen Z shows a global pattern of declining academic performance, with prolonged screen exposure and surface-level learning identified as key contributing factors.

The platform will use age estimation technology and identity checks to verify users’ ages, while stressing that privacy safeguards remain in place.

Photo: Canva For young people, cybercrime often shows up as online grooming, harassment, pressure to share private images, or being threatened with exposure.

Chatbots are being shaped to respond safely and respectfully for younger users.