Smart Tech, Safer Choices: Why Safer Internet Day 2026 Puts AI in the Spotlight

Safer Internet Day takes place February 10, and this year’s theme feels particularly relevant: “Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI.”

Artificial intelligence is no longer something you only hear about in movies or headlines. It’s already shaping how we search for information, do schoolwork, create videos, talk to customer support, and decide what to trust online.

That’s why the focus of Safer Internet Day this year matters. It’s not about telling people to a