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Global Day of Unplugging pushes brands to cut noise

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data protection
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martech
Global Day of Unplugging puts pressure on brands to dial down digital noise and build more trusted, human and community-led connections.
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How digital burnout helped me convince 2 million people to take a break from tech

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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
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leadership
Plagued by digital burnout, a tech founder sparked techtimeout tuesday, convincing 2 million workers to step away from their screens.
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Snap launches digital safety course for teenagers, parents

Wed, 11th Feb 2026
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data protection
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e-learning
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data privacy
Snap unveils a 45-minute interactive digital safety course for teens and parents, plus expanded Snapchat arrival alerts to boost protection.
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Half of UK adults back social media ban for under-16s

Thu, 8th Jan 2026
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data protection
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surveillance
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biometrics
Over half of UK adults want under-16s barred from social media, as new polling exposes deep divides over children's online access and safety.
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Cyber experts urge parental controls as teen online risks rise

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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physical security
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
Norton highlights the rising digital risks teens face, urging parents to use controls and communication for safer online experiences amid Netflix's Adolescence series.
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Softonic sees surge in wellness app downloads during April

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Softonic reports a surge in downloads of stress-relief apps during Stress Awareness Month, with wellness tools now doubling on its platform in a year.
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Digital wellness key to superior employee experience - Citrix study

Wed, 19th Feb 2020
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virtualisation
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daas
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workplace
Digital wellness reflects the way that workplaces and their employees create an intentional and healthy relationship with workplace technology.