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Balancing Screen Time and Wellbeing for Children: What Educators and Parents Need to Know in 2025

Educators and psychologists warn that unregulated screen time can lead to a range of issues, from sleep disturbances and reduced attention spans to increased anxiety and social isolation.

International Business Times · Sep 4, 2025

myFirst Circle Redefines Social Media for Children Without Exposing Them to Online Risks

myFirst Circle has replaced the conventional "Like" system with what they call a "ShoutOut" system, which encourages substantive interactions over the dopamine-driven approval metrics that psychologists have linked to anxiety and depression in young users.

International Business Times · Aug 20, 2025

Oaxis sees potential in children's brand

Oaxis Asia, a Singapore-based education startup selling digital products for children under the "myFirst" brand, is gearing up to expand its footprint in Thailand to capitalise on the growing market for child-based tech.

Bangkok Post · Jan 2, 2023