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09 Oct 2025 | University Data Protection Office
NEWS | Sweden imposes nationwide school phone ban
16 September 2025
SWEDEN – The country will ban mobile phones in all schools and after-school clubs starting autumn 2026. Students aged 7 to 16 will have to hand in their devices until the end of the day. The move, hailed as the country’s biggest education reform in over 30 years, aims to boost security, focus, and learning outcomes while backed by significant government funding. READ MORE
NEWS|Brazil passes law to shield children’s rights online
17 September 2025
BRAZIL – President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has signed the ECA Digital, Brazil’s first law dedicated to protecting children’s rights in the digital environment. Set to take effect in March 2026, it compels tech companies to prioritize children’s privacy and safety, bans profiling for targeted ads, and imposes steep penalties for violations, marking a historic step in online child protection. READ MORE
NEWS|NBI rescues OSAEC child victim in Cavite
19 September 2025
PHILIPPINES – The National Bureau of Investigation rescued a minor in Bacoor City who was repeatedly exploited online after receiving information from the FBI through the Philippine Internet Crimes Against Children Center. A foreign national allegedly involved in grooming and child sexual abuse materials now faces multiple charges under Philippine anti-trafficking and cybercrime laws. READ MORE
NEWS | DepEd reports breakthroughs in AI Tools to boost Education transparency and services
23 September 2025
PHILIPPINES – The Department of Education announced major progress in its AI initiatives under the Education Center for AI Research, with projects improving school mapping, exam automation, and real-time data access. DepEd said these tools strengthen transparency, speed up decision-making, and build greater trust among teachers, parents, and learners. READ MORE
NEWS | Canadian probe finds TikTok failing to protect children and their data
24 September 2025
CANADA – A recent Canadian investigation concluded that TikTok inadequately protects children from using its platform and has collected sensitive personal data from minors for targeted marketing. While TikTok disputes some findings, it has pledged to adopt new measures to strengthen privacy and safety for Canadian users. READ MORE
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