月份: 2025 年 12 月

伊利諾州羅密歐市, 2025年12月9日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 性能材料分銷領導企業Formerra今日宣布，將Techmer PM色母粒、高性能添加劑及預著色複合材料納入其龐大的材料產品組合。透過此次合作，Formerra強化了其應用導向產品線，使材料組合更能契合北美客戶不斷演進的需求。美國塑料複合材料製造商Techmer PM專精於開發高附加價值的色母粒、添加劑母粒及工程化複合材料，應用於高性能塑料與纖維領域。其產品廣泛運用於醫療、汽車、包裝及消費品等產業。Techmer PM持續強化光學與色彩技術實力，近期更收購OptiColor Inc.與Colors for Plastics兩家企業。Formerra執行長Cathy Dodd表示：「Techmer PM對創新與技術卓越的堅持，與Formerra提供頂尖材料與即時服務的使命完美契合。透過專業技術指導，此合作將使我們能為客戶提供兼具性能與永續性的母粒及預著色複合材料產品組合。」產品管理副總裁麥克·艾里森補充道：「Techmer PM 廣泛的預著色複合材料、添加劑及色母粒產品線，可滿足加工性能、美學需求、生物基應用、法規合規及性能提升等多元需求。」Techmer PM 產品系列的亮點包括：符合規範的醫療級色系：通過 ISO 10993 測試的色板附法規聲明；經實證適用於 PPSU、PA、PP 及 ABS 材質。美學效果與雷射功能：完整色譜涵蓋金屬色、變色效果、光致變色及獨家視覺效果 Techsplatter；全系列雷射添加劑滿足多元需求。循環經濟與永續材料解決方案：PLA/替代樹脂色系、HiTerra® rPET Revive PET再生修復技術、近紅外可分選黑色料（HDPE中APR為「首選」方案）等。加工性能與防護添加劑：Techsperse™專利分散技術、抗紫外線/熱穩定劑、含無鹵選項的阻燃系統、示蹤技術、抗菌配方、清洗技術。Techmer PM執行長克雷格·福斯特表示：「Formerra在應用領域、需求分析及材料技術方面擁有深厚專業知識，使其成為拓展我們市場版圖的理想合作夥伴。透過整合雙方優勢，我們將協助客戶加速產品上市進程，同時提供經實證技術的可靠保障。」關鍵細節：Formerra將負責在北美地區分銷Techmer PM的預著色複合材料、著色劑、添加劑及母粒。Techmer PM 擁有深厚的色母粒與添加劑產品組合：醫療/法規合規色系、美學效果（含 Techsplatter 技術）、永續解決方案（HiTerra® rPET Revive、近紅外可分選黑色母粒），以及性能/加工添加劑（TechSperse™、阻燃/抗紫外線系統）。此合作結合Formerra的技術支援與供應可靠性，以及Techmer PM的專業材料與色料/添加劑技術，協助客戶更快推出更優質的產品。關於富美高富美高是頂尖的工程材料經銷商，串聯全球領先的聚合物生產商與醫療保健、消費品、工業及移動市場的數千家原始設備製造商與品牌商。憑藉技術與商業專業實力，我們融合了產品組合深度、供應鏈優勢、行業知識、服務能力、領先的電子商務技術及創新思維，打造出獨樹一幟的解決方案。經驗豐富的Formerra團隊協助跨產業客戶以創新方式設計、選材、加工及開發產品，從而提升性能、生產力、可靠性與永續性。欲了解更多資訊，請造訪www.formerra.com。關於Techmer PMTechmer PM是工程材料與聚合物解決方案的頂尖設計製造商，專精於提供具特定性能與功能需求的濃縮色母粒及添加劑母粒。該公司與塑料加工商、製造商、設計師、規格制定者及品牌所有者合作，在眾多終端應用市場中提升產品功能與外觀。自1981年創立以來，公司於北美各地設有生產基地，在樹脂技術領域擁有深厚專業知識，並精通幾乎所有塑料與纖維相關製程，包括增材製造、吹膜、無紡布及注塑成型。欲了解更多資訊，請造訪 www.techmerpm.com。Formerra 已獲授權成為 Techmer PM 預著色複合材料、著色劑及添加劑的經銷商，產品適用於廣泛領域（左圖）。Techmer PM 位於田納西州克林頓市的生產基地（右圖）。媒體聯絡人Jackie MorrisFormerra 市場傳播經理jackie.morris@formerra.com +1 630-972-3144Jill WarrenTechmer PM 市場傳播經理jwarren@techmerpm.com +1 865-210-4078消息來源：Formerra Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

ROMEOVILLE, IL, Dec 9, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, today announced the addition of Techmer PM color masterbatches, high-performance additives, and pre-colored compounds to its expansive portfolio of materials. With this partnership, Formerra advances its application-specific lineup, aligning its material portfolio to customers' evolving needs across North America.A U.S.-based plastics compounder, Techmer PM specializes in value-added color and additive masterbatches and engineered compounds for high-performance plastics and fibers. These products are used in various industries such as medical, automotive, packaging, and consumer goods applications. Techmer PM has consistently invested in its optical and color capabilities, including the recent acquisition of OptiColor Inc. and Colors for Plastics."Techmer PM's commitment to innovation and technical excellence aligns perfectly with Formerra's mission to deliver best-in-class materials and responsive service," said Cathy Dodd, CEO at Formerra. "Backed by our expert technical guidance, this partnership lets us provide customers with a portfolio of masterbatches and pre-colored compounds that drives performance and sustainability."Mike Ellison, VP, Product Management, adds, "The extensive pre-colored compound, additive, and color masterbatch offerings from Techmer PM cover processing, aesthetic, bio-based, regulatory, and performance needs."Highlights of the distributed Techmer PM products include:Regulated Medical Color Systems: ISO 10993-tested palettes with regulatory statements; proven in PPSU, PA, PP, and ABS.Aesthetic Effects & Laser Functionality: Full spectrum from metallics and color-shifting to photochromic and Techsplatter, a proprietary visual effect; full laser additive line covers multiple needs.Circularity & Sustainable Material Solutions: PLA/alt-resin colors, HiTerra® rPET Revive to repair PET, NIR-sortable blacks (APR "preferred" in HDPE), and more.Processing, Performance & Protection Additives: Techsperse™ proprietary dispersion technology, UV/heat stabilization, FR systems with halogen-free options, tracer technologies, antimicrobial packages, purge technologies."Formerra's deep expertise in applications, requirements, and materials makes them an ideal partner to expand our market reach," said Craig Foster, CEO at Techmer PM. "By combining our strengths, we'll help customers accelerate their speed to market with the assurance of proven technologies."Key Details:Formerra will distribute Techmer PM's pre-colored compounds, colorants, additives, and masterbatches across North America.Techmer PM brings a deep portfolio of color and additive masterbatches: Medical/regulatory-ready palettes, aesthetic effects (including Techsplatter), sustainability solutions (HiTerra® rPET Revive, NIR-sortable blacks), and performance/processing additives (TechSperse™, FR/UV systems).The partnership pairs Formerra's technical support and supply reliability with Techmer PM's specialized materials and color/additive expertise to help customers launch better products faster.About FormerraFormerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world's leading polymer producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading e-commerce capabilities, and ingenuity. The experienced Formerra team helps customers across multiple industries to design, select, process, and develop products in new and better ways - driving improved performance, productivity, reliability, and sustainability. To learn more, visit www.formerra.com.About Techmer PMTechmer PM is a leading designer and producer of engineered materials and polymer solutions such as concentrated color or additive masterbatches that provide specific performance and/or functional requirements. The company collaborates with plastics processors, fabricators, designers, specifiers, and brand owners to enhance product function and appearance in numerous end-use markets. Founded in 1981, the company operates plants across North America and has extensive expertise across resin technologies and with virtually every plastic- and fiber-related process, including additive manufacturing, blown film, nonwovens, and injection molding. For more information, visit www.techmerpm.com.Formerra has been named distributor for Techmer PM pre-colored compounds, colorants, and additives for a wide range of applications (left). Techmer PM production facility in Clinton, TN (right).Media contactsJackie MorrisMarketing Communications Manager, Formerrajackie.morris@formerra.com+1 630-972-3144Jill WarrenMarketing Communications Manager, Techmer PMjwarren@techmerpm.com+1 865-210-4078SOURCE: Formerra Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, December 10, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly permeates industries worldwide, Trio AI Limited (“Trio AI”), a leading AI infrastructure service provider in Asia, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) with AbbyPay, a POS-free digital payment brand under The Payment Cards Group Limited (“PCG”), a cloud-native payment processor and acquirer, on November 26. This marks the official commencement of their strategic partnership as they jointly advance into a new era of AI-driven payments.Rooted in Hong Kong, Trio AI operates secure, advanced, and scalable AI computing platforms that deliver reliable, cost-efficient AI infrastructure supporting end-to-end model applications and flexible business models. PCG is a trusted acquirer with principal memberships in all major card schemes and e-wallet networks. It also operates Asia’s first cloud-based processing and settlement platform. Leveraging their complementary strengths, the partnership will combine Trio AI’s cutting-edge AI technology with AbbyPay’s payment expertise to deeply integrate AI into payment processing. Together, they will develop innovative intelligent solutions, establish hard-to-replicate competitive advantages, and build a smarter, more secure, and more efficient next-generation payment ecosystem.Leveraging deep AI integration to address pain points and establish unique competitive edgeThe core of this partnership lies in deeply embedding AI into every aspect of payment processing to fundamentally enhance security, efficiency, and value. According to the MoU, key collaborative initiatives include: real-time intelligent fraud detection, optimized transaction routing and risk decisions, and deployment of highly scalable global infrastructure to support AbbyPay’s rapid transaction volume growth and establish a solid foundation for global business expansion. Leveraging Trio AI’s exceptional capabilities in machine learning, data analytics, and cloud computing, AbbyPay is set to comprehensively enhance its payment processing platform.For merchants, this partnership represents an intelligent transformation of operational models, comprehensively enhancing security, user experience, and operational efficiency to address critical pain points. Through machine learning and big data analytics, AbbyPay’s payment processing system can analyze transaction amounts, locations, times, and device information to instantly identify abnormal transactions, preventing fraud and scams. Meanwhile, dynamic risk scoring models adjust risk strategies and additional verification needs in real time based on transaction, merchant, and user risk levels to ensure overall security. At the same time, AI-driven process automation supports reconciliation, preliminary review of abnormal transactions, and compliance checks, further reducing operational costs and improving risk management decision efficiency. By introducing AI-powered biometric verification such as facial and fingerprint recognition, the platform provides a safer and more convenient payment experience while helping merchants precisely target customer segments, optimize marketing strategies, and enhance operational efficiency.This strategic partnership also lays a robust, future-proof foundation for AbbyPay’s global expansion. Leveraging Trio AI’s highly scalable global cloud infrastructure and computing power, AbbyPay’s payment processing platform is poised to gain exceptional resilience and capacity to handle exponential transaction growth. This positions AbbyPay to optimize services in existing markets while expanding into emerging markets with agility and stability, capturing vast opportunities in the global digital payment market and unlocking immense growth potential.David Chung, Chief Executive Officer of Trio AI, stated, “This partnership will fully unleash the potential of AI to power a comprehensive upgrade in payment processing. Built on Trio AI’s advanced AI infrastructure platform, we will work with AbbyPay to develop a robust and scalable payment processing system that enables quicker and more intelligent transaction handling while enhancing fraud protection. Together, we aim to deliver a seamless, intelligent payment experience for global markets, transforming AI into tangible business value.”Beatrice Tai, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of PCG, stated, “We stand at a pivotal moment in payment technology transformation. Our strategic partnership with Trio AI represents not just a technological upgrade, but our shared commitment to the future of payments. By deeply integrating AI into payment processing, we will achieve breakthroughs in risk management, operational efficiency, and user experience. With AI fueling next-generation fintech development, AbbyPay aims to spearhead industry transformation through innovative AI-driven solutions, delivering unprecedented intelligent payment experience to merchants and advancing Hong Kong as a world-class smart city.”David Chung, Chief Executive Officer of Trio AI (right) and Beatrice Tai, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of PCG (left) sign the MoU at the AbbyPay launch event.AbbyPay SoftPOS solution now available on Google PlayIn addition to the MoU, PCG announced the official launch of AbbyPay SoftPOS solution on Google Play. Through SoftPOS technology, AbbyPay instantly transforms NFC-enabled Android smartphones into payment devices, eliminating the high investment, complex operation, and maintenance costs of traditional POS terminals. Merchants can simply download the app and pay a transaction fee to accept payments anywhere, anytime. Moreover, AbbyPay supports over 14 major payment methods including VISA, Mastercard, FPS, Alipay, and WeChat Pay, and holds security certifications such as PCI DSS Level 1 and CPoC standards, ensuring secure payments for both consumers and merchants. The event attracted numerous industry representatives with enthusiastic response. The strategic partnership with Trio AI, coupled with the official launch of the AbbyPay SoftPOS solution marks a significant milestone for PCG in advancing payment technology innovation and global expansion.PCG showcases the AbbyPay SoftPOS solution to members of the industry at the launch event.About The Payment Cards GroupThe Payment Cards Group Limited (“PCG”) is an innovative and leading payment technology company with operations in Hong Kong, Singapore, and across the Asia-Pacific region. Established in 2016, PCG has become a trusted acquirer with principal memberships in all major card schemes and e-wallet networks. Through its integrated group platform, PCG provides end-to-end digital payment acceptance, cloud-native processing via RESTful APIs, and payment facilitation services that deliver comprehensive, data-driven solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises. PCG also offers SoftPOS technology that empowers individual merchants to accept contactless payments directly on mobile devices without traditional POS terminals, while enabling payment service providers to launch their own branded SoftPOS offerings through PCG's Payment Facilitator-as-a-Service (PFaaS) platform. In addition, PCG is pioneering next-generation stablecoin settlement capabilities to prepare merchants for the future of regulated digital money. As an acquiring processor, PCG operates Asia’s first cloud-based processing and settlement platform, serving as backbone infrastructure for the payment industry. Rooted in Hong Kong with a global vision, PCG is committed to empowering merchants with cutting-edge payment technology and driving high-quality development in the global payment ecosystem.About Trio AI LimitedTrio AI Limited (“Trio AI”) is an artificial intelligence (“AI”) infrastructure service provider specializing in high-performance GPU accelerated cloud computing solutions in Hong Kong. Over the course of its business development, Trio AI has established a growing customer base, which includes Sensetime/ Publishing 3.0+, Code Free Soft Ltd, Centre for Intelligent Multidimensional Data Analysis Limited, Aimo AI, Build4Smart Limited and others. These customers operate across diverse industries, such as AI software provider, AI research, digital enterprise solutions, smart construction technologies and electronics manufacturing services. They engaged Trio AI primarily for services such as GPU-as-a-Service.For media enquiries, please contact:AJA (IR & Communications)Avy YuTel: (852) 9500 4443Email: avy.yu@ajacapital.com.hk / info@ajacapital.com.hk Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

香港, 2025年12月10日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 隨着人工智能（AI）迅速滲透各行各業，亞洲領先的AI基礎設施服務供應商Trio AI Limited（「Trio AI」）於11月26日，與金融雲支付處理及收單機構交易寶有限公司（「交易寶」）旗下免POS終端電子收款品牌AbbyPay 簽署合作備忘錄（「備忘錄」），正式開啟策略合作，共同邁向AI驅動的支付新時代。Trio AI植根香港，擁有安全、先進且具規模的算力平台等AI基礎設施，可提供安全穩定、具成本效益的 AI 基礎設施、支援 AI 模型全流程應用及靈活的商業模式。交易寶是一家深受信任的收單機構，擁有所有主要發卡機構和電子錢包網絡的主要會員資格，以及亞洲首個金融雲處理和結算平台。雙方將透過優勢互補，結合Trio AI尖端的AI技術與AbbyPay在支付領域的專業優勢，深度整合AI至支付處理（payment processing）領域，開發創新智能解決方案，構築難以被複製的稀缺競爭優勢，建立更智能、更安全、更高效的下一代支付生態系統。深度智能擊退當前痛點，建立稀缺競爭優勢此次合作的核心，在於將AI深度融入支付的每一個環節，從根本上提升支付的安全、效率與價值。根據備忘錄，此次合作的核心方向包括：實現即時智能詐欺偵測、優化交易過程與風險決策及部署可高度擴展的全球基礎設施，助力 AbbyPay 應對未來全球交易量的快速增長，為全球化業務佈局奠定堅實基礎。憑藉 Trio AI 在機器學習、數據分析及雲端運算領域的卓越技術實力，AbbyPay 將全面升級其支付處理平台。對於商戶而言，此次合作將帶來運營模式的智能化躍遷，從安全防護、用戶體驗到營運效率全面升級支付體驗，深度擊退當前痛點。藉由機器學習與大數據分析，AbbyPay的支付處理系統可結合交易金額、地點、時間及設備等資訊，即時識別異常交易行為，預防盜刷、盜領及欺詐，並利用動態風險評分模型，根據交易、商戶及用戶風險水平，實時調整風險策略及額外驗證要求，以確保整體交易安全。同時， AI 驅動的流程自動化可支援對賬、異常交易初步審核及合規檢查，進一步降低營運成本並提升風控決策效率。透過AI引入生物識別驗證技術，例如人臉識別及指紋識別，提供更安全、更便捷的支付體驗，並協助商戶精準定位目標客群，優化行銷策略及提升經營效率。此次策略合作的另一重大意義，在於為AbbyPay的全球化佈局奠定了面向未來的堅實基礎。借助Trio AI可高度擴展的全球雲端基礎設施與計算能力，AbbyPay的支付處理平台將獲得承載指數級增長交易量的卓越韌性與擴容能力。由此，AbbyPay不僅能優化現有市場服務，更能敏捷、穩定地拓展新興市場，捕捉全球數碼支付市場的廣闊機遇，帶來極具想象空間的增長潛力。Trio AI行政總裁鍾偉强表示：「此次合作將充分發揮AI的應用潛力，驅動支付處理的全面升級。基於Trio AI先進的AI基礎設施平台，我們將與AbbyPay共同構建一個穩健可擴展的支付處理系統，實現智能交易加速與增強欺詐防護，為全球市場提供無縫、智能的支付體驗，讓AI轉化為實際商業價值。」交易寶聯合創辦人及營運總監戴錦瑜表示：「我們正站在支付科技變革的轉捩點。我們與 Trio AI 的策略合作，不僅是技術升級，更代表我們對未來支付生態的共同承諾。透過將AI深度融入支付處理流程，我們將在風險管理、運營效率和用戶體驗等多方面實現突破。AI將成為推動新一代金融科技發展的核心動力，AbbyPay 將以AI驅動的創新方案，引領業界變革，為商戶帶來前所未有的智能支付體驗，助力將香港構建成為一個世界級的智慧城市。」Trio AI行政總裁鍾偉强（右）與交易寶聯合創辦人及營運總監戴錦瑜（左）於AbbyPay發佈會上簽署合作備忘錄。AbbyPay手機收款應用程式現已上架Google Play除了簽署備忘錄，交易寶亦宣佈AbbyPay手機收款應用程式已正式上架Google Play。AbbyPay透過SoftPOS技術，將支援NFC的Android智能手機瞬間化身收款工具，免去傳統 POS 終端的高昂投資、複雜操作及維護支出。商戶只需下載應用程式及支付交易手續費，即可隨時隨地靈活收款。同時，AbbyPay全面支援VISA、Mastercard、轉數快、支付寶及微信支付等超過14種主流支付方式，並通過PCI DSS Level 1 及 CPoC 國際認證，保障消費者及商戶交易安全。是次活動吸引眾多業界代表參與，現場反應熱烈。AbbyPay與Trio AI的策略合作，以及AbbyPay手機收款應用程式的正式上線，標誌著交易寶在推動支付技術創新及全球佈局方面邁出了重要一步。交易寶於發佈會上向業界人士展示AbbyPay手機收款應用程式。關於交易寶有限公司交易寶有限公司（「交易寶」）是一家創新領先的支付科技公司，業務遍佈香港、新加坡及亞太地區。自 2016 年成立以來，交易寶已成為深受信任的收單機構，並擁有所有主要發卡機構和電子錢包網絡的主要會員資格。憑藉其一體化集團架構，交易寶提供端到端數碼支付受理、以 RESTful API 建構的金融雲支付處理，以及支付服務，為中小企帶來全面且以數據為本的支付解決方案。交易寶同時提供 SoftPOS 技術，讓個體商戶直接透過流動裝置受理感應式支付，無需依賴傳統 POS 終端；並透過其支付服務商即服務（PFaaS）平台，協助支付服務供應商推出自有品牌的 SoftPOS 服務。此外，交易寶正構建新一代穩定幣結算能力，助力商戶擁抱受監管數碼貨幣的未來。作為收單處理商，交易寶憑藉其亞洲首個金融雲處理和結算平台，為支付行業提供了重要支持。根植香港、放眼全球，交易寶致力以尖端支付科技賦能商戶，推動全球支付生態系統的高質量發展。關於Trio AI LimitedTrio AI Limited （「Trio AI」）為專注於香港高性能GPU加速雲端運算解決方案的人工智能基礎設施服務供應商。於業務發展過程中，Trio AI已建立日益擴大的客戶群，包括商湯╱出版3.0+、Code Free Soft Ltd、Centre for Intelligent Multidimensional Data Analysis Limited、Aimo AI、Build4Smart Limited等。該等客戶橫跨人工智能軟件供應商、人工智能研究、數位企業解決方案、智能建築技術及電子製造服務等多個行業，主要委託Trio AI提供例如GPU-as-a-Service等服務。如有傳媒垂詢，請聯絡：AJA (IR & Communications)庾婉華電話：(852) 9500 4443電郵：avy.yu@ajacapital.com.hk / info@ajacapital.com.hk Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Washington, D.C., Dec 9, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) released new research today examining how parents and children in the United States and Australia view social media bans for anyone under 16. The findings reveal strong parental support for such bans, in contrast with widespread concern from children who fear losing friendships and support systems that exist primarily online.The research arrives as Australia implements a national under 16 social media ban, placing global attention on how the policy will affect youth and their families. FOSI's study surveyed 4,000 parents and children ages 10 to 17 to understand how both groups feel about restrictions, enforcement, and the broader impact of social media on daily life.Support for the Ban: Parents vs ChildrenParents Support the Ban65% of Australian parents support a national under 16 ban58% of U.S. parents support itChildren Do NotOnly 38% of Australian children support a banOnly 36% of U.S. children support itChildren, who are most directly affected by the restrictions, are less likely to support them. This gap raises a central question for policymakers. Why do parents and children view the potential impact so differently, and what might be lost if children's concerns are overlooked?Connection Concerns: Children Feel the Most at RiskChildren Fear Losing Essential Connections53% of U.S. children fear a ban would disconnect them from important cause them to lose connections and support56% of Australian children feel the sameParents Show Lower Concern35% of U.S. parents36% of Australian parentsFor many children, social media can play a meaningful role in their daily lives, offering a place to stay connected, share experiences, and feel part of a wider community. Losing access to those spaces raises important questions about how young people will continue nurturing the relationships and support system they rely on. This cultural context along with the findings above highlights an emotional dimension of the ban that many parents may underestimate.Families are divided on the mental health impact of a banSome parents support a ban because they hope it will protect children's mental health. However, parents and children disagree on whether this will actually happen. A total of 52% of U.S. parents and 42% of Australian parents agree that a ban will help protect the mental health and well-being of children. Children are less convinced, as only 43% of U.S. and 33% of Australian children hold this view. These mixed views show that families see the mental health conversation as complicated and deeply personal.Screen Time Reduction is Expected but Not GuaranteedParents and children share similar beliefs about whether a social media ban would reduce overall screen time. A total of 55% of U.S. parents and 47% of Australian parents believe screen time would decrease, and nearly half of children in both countries agree. While reducing screen time is one of the most common arguments for the ban, it is important to note that not all screen time is equal. Many children use social media not only for entertainment, but for communication, schoolwork, creativity, and support. Additionally, many children, 64% in the U.S. and 59% in Australia, say they would spend more time on other digital platforms, including video games or text messaging, indicating the total screen time may remain the same.Many believe kids will find a way around the banParents and children are closely aligned when it comes to one concern. More than half of parents believe that children will find ways to circumvent the new restrictions. In the United States, 53% and in Australia, 54% of parents believe their children could work around the ban. When it comes to children ages 10 to 15 (those affected by the Australian ban), 45% of Australian children and 53% of U.S. children claim they could find a way around a ban.These findings reflect a common perception that tech-savvy teens will find ways to bypass age restrictions if motivated to do so.High support for teen accountsOne of the strongest areas of consensus across all four groups is the idea of creating special teen accounts with stronger protections and guardrails. A total of 77% of U.S. parents, 74% of Australian parents, 80% of U.S. children, and 77 % of Australian children support this approach. These findings suggest that families are looking for solutions that prioritize safety without removing social media altogether. The strong support for teen accounts indicates that both parents and children prefer safer, age-appropriate options rather than an outright ban."Children will be the most affected by this ban, yet only one third support it," says Alanna Powers O'Brien, Director of Research and Education at FOSI. "Many are worried about losing friendships and support they rely on every day. Their concerns should not be overlooked. As policies evolve, it is important that we listen to how young people experience the online world and ensure they feel informed, supported, and included in these conversations."For more information and to download the Children and Parents' Perceptions of Social Media and Classroom Smartphone Bans in the U.S. and AustraliaAbout the Family Online Safety InstituteThe Family Online Safety Institute is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to making the online world safer for children and families. Through research, education, resources, and collaboration with industry, government, and civil society, FOSI promotes responsible digital parenting and healthier online experiences for all.This data was collected by Ipsos, the third largest market research company in the world, present in 90 markets and employing more than 18,000 people. The survey involved 4,000 respondents, evenly split between the United States and Australia, including 1,000 parents and 1,000 children aged 10-17 in each country. Participants qualified if they or their children used the internet for at least three hours weekly. This survey was conducted from October 2nd to October 20th, 2025. No post-hoc weights were applied to this study, and the findings reflect the opinion of survey respondents only.This research is supported by Disney's Digital Wellness Grant Program and TikTok.Media Contact:Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI)Amy Bartkoamy@fosi.org | www.fosi.org | 480-201-6733SOURCE: FOSI Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com