Kidas (“the Company”), a technology solutions company developing anti-cyberbullying and predator protection software for online gaming platforms, and the Family Gaming Database, a renowned authority in family-friendly gaming content that supports 1.5 million visitors a month, recently announced the launch of the industry’s first personalized, custom gaming recommendations system for kids based on their previous gaming habits, aimed at helping parents to make more informed decisions about the video games that their children play and keep kids safe from online threats.
Similar to how Netflix makes show recommendations to users based on what they have watched in the past, Kidas and the Family Gaming Database present curated recommendations that are developed by humans, in addition to AI-based algorithms, for thousands of the most popular games. Recommendations include games that are similar but less violent, as well as those that are more family-friendly, without in-game purchases or chat functions, shorter / easier to play and more. Parents who subscribe to Kidas’ ProtectMe software receive the recommendations as part of their weekly reports, and no two parents receive the same information.
“As Kidas has the data to understand which games kids play the most, we are now using the Family Gaming Database’s recommendations to suggest other games to parents that are similar but have fewer safety concerns due to their age-appropriate content, game ratings and descriptions of in-game interactions,” said Ron Kerbs, Kidas Founder and CEO. “When played in a safe and healthy manner, online games can positively impact a child’s emotional, cognitive and social skills, as they help kids to solve problems, improve their creativity and socialize. Our work with the Family Gaming Database enables parents to discover games for their children that best align with their age, values and interests, and having the ability to find new games that are related, but potentially less harmful, allows parents to put up guardrails when needed.”
Andy Robertson, the Family Gaming Database Founder, added, “While gaming is a fun and popular activity for millions of children across the U.S., it is crucial that parents have the right tools and insights available to them to ensure that their children are engaging with appropriate content at all times. Our collaboration with Kidas allows us to grow our already substantial audience, with the goal of creating a positive, lasting impact on the gaming landscape as a whole for families and children everywhere.”
Developed by former national security and technology experts, Kidas’ ProtectMe software complies with the most restrictive U.S. privacy regulations, including the COPPA and CCPA. Collected data is encrypted and analyzed on U.S. servers and never shared with third parties.
About Kidas
Kidas is a technology company developing anti-cyberbullying and predator protection software for online PC video game platforms. Hyper-focused on protecting young players, Kidas equips parents, guardians and educators with the tools that they need to manage the inherent risks that persist through online anonymity and shield their children from online predators and other toxic behaviors while they game. Through its proprietary, AI-powered ProtectMe software that analyzes in-game voice communication, text activity and screen time on PC games and apps, Kidas silently integrates into hundreds of popular games and monitors for predatory actions and privacy concerns. Custom weekly, monthly and, if needed, daily / immediate reports are generated and emailed to parents, letting them know if their child encountered threats. For more information, visit www.getkidas.com.
About the Family Gaming Database
The Family Gaming Database is a trusted authority in family-friendly gaming content. Founded by Andy Robertson, an acclaimed gaming journalist and expert, the Family Gaming Database provides detailed information on age-appropriate games, content ratings and gameplay dynamics. Its mission is to equip parents with the knowledge and tools needed to create a safe and enjoyable gaming environment for their families. For more information, visit http://www.
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