kidTECH Micro-Conference
The Micro-Conference Philosophy
There are some simply wonderful conferences that we regularly attend which bring together thousands of people across the kids and family technology landscape (and beyond). We love attending these events, but felt there was a need for something a little different. A more intimate setting that would allow people to get to know others working in our space and to freely share the challenges and opportunities of developing compelling, kid-friendly digital experiences.
The micro-conference style allows more interaction between peers and the ability for kidSAFE to craft an agenda of session topics that is meaningful, memorable, and actionable. The conference features entertaining emcees, great food, and fun off-site bonding activities, in a venue perfect for that "kid in you". Best of all, the conference is free for kidSAFE Seal Program members. If you're interested in participating in the next kidTECH event, please get in touch!
Past Events
We hold kidTECH events in various cities around the world to bring together local leaders and developers of amazing online products for kids. Check out the videos and photo galleries below from previous kidTECH events.
kidTECH 2025 (SD)
For kidTECH 2025, we returned to the Ultimate Skybox in downtown San Diego, offering stunning views of Petco Park and the San Diego bay. The agenda tackled the industry's most pressing topics, including the FTC's finalized COPPA updates, the future of AI for kids, and the rising trend of social media bans. Between sessions, attendees bonded over speed boat tours, an arcade extravaganza, a Wiffle Ball home run derby at Gallagher Square, and an evening magic show.
kidTECH 2024 (SD)
kidTECH 2024 took place at the Ultimate Skybox at DiamondView Tower in San Diego, 15 stories above the magnificent Petco Park (home of the San Diego Padres) and overlooking the beautiful San Diego bay. Sessions explored the FTC's proposed changes to COPPA, designing for digital well-being, and trends in connected gaming. To unwind, attendees embarked on amphibious Seal Tours and a behind-the-scenes ballpark tour, capped off by a night of mind-bending illusions.
kidTECH 2023 (Miami)
kidTECH 2023 ventured to the fun-filled Jungle Island in Miami. Sessions unpacked the hype around the Metaverse, the record-breaking 'Epic' COPPA fine, and the industry's responsibility regarding AI chatbots. Between talks, attendees lunched alongside wildlife, braved treetop zip lines, and fed kangaroos, taking full advantage of the unique venue.
kidTECH 2019 (SoCal)
kidTECH 2019 took place at the iconic Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim, California. The agenda highlighted the explosion of voice assistant technology, the FTC's enforcement actions against TikTok, and the vital role of premium kids' content in a saturated market. To keep the energy high, attendees competed in 'Human Scrabble' and 'Name that Disney Voice' challenges amidst the backdrop of the Happiest Place on Earth.
kidTECH 2018 (London)
kidTECH 2018 crossed the pond to the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in London, near the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Sessions included a makers panel, an exploration of the future of video streaming, and raw conversations with investors about their perspectives on the kids' tech space. Fittingly for the location, the day concluded with a debate on the newly implemented GDPR.
kidTECH 2017 (SF)
kidTECH 2017 brought the action to the Hero Auditorium in San Mateo, gathering busy tech leaders in the heart of Silicon Valley to share ideas on how the industry can continue to mature. The powerhouse agenda featured Roblox CEO David Baszucki on scaling communities, sessions on cybersecurity and connected devices, and a VC investment panel. Attendees also enjoyed a unique networking lunch featuring a Q&A with state and federal regulators.
kidTECH 2017 (Tel Aviv)
The inaugural kidTECH launched at Google Campus in Tel Aviv, the home to one of largest tech startup hubs in the world. Sessions tackled the complexities of kid-friendly monetization, case studies from the world of education technology, and the cybersecurity risks posed by IoT toys.
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