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

00:00 Episode Teasers & Intro 04:46 Understanding Kids Safe Tech 10:25 The Role of Partnerships in Product Development 14:59 Navigating AI in Product Design 20:20 Balancing Needs of Kids and Parents 28:14 Ensuring Security in Kids Tech 32:31 Celebrating Advocacy and Security Solutions 33:45 Navigating Privacy in Child Analytics 37:30 Product Development Cycle and Timelines 41:31 Balancing Current and Future Product Development 45:53 Sustaining Products Amid New Launches 48:37 Customer-Centric Approach in Product Maintenance 52:42 Firmware Versioning Challenges and Strategies Coredump Sessions started at Memfault, now part of Nordic Semiconductor. We're continuing the series here with the same hosts, guests, and deep dives into embedded systems. In today’s 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. Listen to the Podcast episode: https://memfault.com/resources/developing-kid-safe-tech-at-gabb-what-it-takes-and-why-its-so-important/ Join the Interrupt Slack: [https://interrupt-slack.herokuapp.com](https://interrupt-slack.herokuapp.com/) Suggest a Guest: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf76qnsUDznyIJfC2OXCC_dIwR8v9z1yvE3PPlOhfsNCR_sug/viewform?usp=header Coredump Sessions started at Memfault, now part of Nordic Semiconductor. We're continuing the series here with the same hosts, guests, and deep dives into embedded systems. Follow Nordic Semiconductor: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nordic-semiconductor/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nordicsemi - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nordicsemiconductor - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nordic_semiconductor - Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/NordicTweets Follow Memfault: - LinkedIn⁠⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/company/memfault/ - Bluesky⁠⁠:https://bsky.app/profile/memfault.com - ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠:https://twitter.com/memfault Other ways to listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coredump-sessions/id1804647817 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-coredump-sessions-271043539 Amazon Music:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a5a780d4-7f14-4ed8-bda6-dd1aa4e98479/coredump-sessions) GoodPods:https://goodpods.com/podcasts/coredump-sessions-668730) Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/Coredump-Sessions-id6534689?country=us Visit our website: https://www.nordicsemi.com/