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When Games Turn Dangerous | Lubbock News
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- Jul 15, 2026
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- 102
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Summary
Online games for kids are getting smarter — and riskier. A Lubbock mom’s nightmare: her 9-year-old was targeted in a private game chat, even after facial recognition was added. With over a million online enticement cases reported in 2025, predators are adapting — and kids of any age are vulnerable. Experts urge parents to stay vigilant, monitor activity, and foster open conversations. Alanna Cornell shares her strategy: keep younger kids in sight, ask questions, and be gentle with yourself — because tech is here to stay, and your job is to protect and respond. Every digital footprint lasts forever. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d7e1724dddc2045c