COREDUMP #015: Developing kid-safe tech at Gabb: what it takes and why it’s so important

In this Coredump Session, we explore the rise of kid-safe tech with leaders from the Gabb team, creators of connected devices designed specifically for children. From designing products that prioritize child safety to integrating AI in ways that support families, this conversation unpacks the complexities of building secure, intuitive technology for the next generation. The team also shares real-world lessons on hardware partnerships, customer trust, and what it takes to innovate responsibly in the IoT space.

Key Takeaways:

• Kid-safe tech is an emerging category centered on digital safety for children.
• IoT connectivity is essential for building trust between parents and kids.
• Gabb’s mission is rooted in protecting families through intentional technology.
• Strong partnerships are critical to scaling hardware, firmware, and software development.
• AI enhances product safety by filtering content and flagging risks in real time.
• Security and data privacy are foundational to Gabb’s product design philosophy.
• Product development requires aligning launch timing, market needs, and platform strategy.
• Managing multiple product lines demands balance between innovation and sustainment.
• Kids often outpace parents in tech fluency—celebrating young users can inspire product direction.
• Efficient QA processes are necessary to uphold product quality and customer trust.
• Customer feedback and word of mouth are vital inputs for roadmap decisions.
• Data minimization is a core principle when designing for young users.
• Cross-functional collaboration drives more effective and family-first product development