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Hemanshu Nigam goes from MySpace to his own space

Posted on May 6, 2010 by larrymagid

by Larry Magid This article first appeared on CNET News.com After four years as chief security officer at MySpace, Hemanshu Nigam is leaving his full-time job to start a new firm that advises companies on how to handle safety, security, … Continue reading →

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Advice for safe & compassionate social networking

Posted on September 1, 2009 by larrymagid

Back to school time is an excellent time for kids, parents and teachers to think and talk about the safe and approprite use of the Internet and social networking tools. My message to parents and teachers is simple.  Embrace the … Continue reading →

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Online Safety Technology Working Group Convenes

Posted on June 15, 2009 by larrymagid

by Larry Magid WASHINGTON — Last year, Congress passed the Protecting Children in the 21st Century Act,which called for yet another committee to study Internet safety. By statute, the Online Safety and Technology Working Group (OSTWG) is made up of … Continue reading →

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Guest commentary: Don’t stop the dialogue!

Posted on December 31, 2008 by larrymagid

By Hemanshu Nigam It’s New Year’s Eve, and your teen is all decked out and ready for a big party. She’s got her iPhone, BlackBerry, or some other cell phone with a camera in her pocketbook. And she’s ready to … Continue reading →

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