Clinton speaks with Kareen Riley-Takos, Chief Operations Officer of Standards Australia, about a new initiative to safeguard children in the Metaverse.

With the Metaverse becoming an integral part of kids’ lives through gaming and education, new research highlights critical gaps in awareness: 30% of parents have no idea who their children interact with online, and 44% are unaware of risks like cyberbullying, grooming, and identity theft.

Surprisingly, 83% of parents and 70% of teachers admit they don’t fully understand the Metaverse, despite 75% of Australian teachers reporting its use in classrooms.

As concerns grow—92% of teachers worry about students’ safety—Standards Australia is stepping in with a proposed standard to protect children navigating these virtual worlds.

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