185. Raising $45M from a16z & Lightspeed for a 14-Month-Old Startup to Protect Child Privacy Online w/ Kieran Donovan (k-ID)

Kieran Donovan is the Founder and CEO of k-ID, a company dedicated to protecting children and teens online. Earlier this year the company raised a 45mUSD Series A round led by A16Z and Lightspeed Venture Partners. With a background in privacy law, Kieran combines his expertise with a commitment to creating age-appropriate online experiences.

On this episode we talk about:

• Challenges of trust and safety in digital spaces for kids
• How traditional controls often fall short of creating safe online spaces for children.
• Why parent involvement is critical in creating positive online experiences for kids.
• Insights on navigating legal, ethical, and technical challenges in the trust and safety space.
• How advancements in AI and tech can support safer digital environments.

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