Child Financial Harms – Our work


Explore our work around Child Financial Harms – including research, opinion and information for parents about Child Financial Harms and related platforms and trends. 

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A problem hiding in plain sight?

Our 2023 report reveals financial risks facing children and young people online. 

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Children and money muling

Tracy Carpenter from CIFAS discusses the rise of fraudulent activity involving children. 

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Habits to help avoid online rip-offs

Vicki and Chelsea discuss ways to respond to online fraud.

Everyday Digital scams

Marketing in the metaverse

How brands are commercialising online spaces. 

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Guest blog: David Zendle on video game monetisation

Why games now operate as sales platforms – and what we should do about it.

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How children are making money from online gaming

Learn more about how children are making money online.

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