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Tom Meehan

I am a seasoned security and loss prevention professional with over 20 years of experience in leading, developing, and implementing innovative solutions and strategies for various industries and organizations. As the president of CONTROLTEK, I guide the company’s vision, culture, and operations while delivering cutting-edge security products and services for retail, banking, and cash-in-transit sectors. My expertise spans across domains such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, RFID, EAS, cash security, cybersecurity, fintech, digital currencies, dark web investigations, human trafficking, organized retail crime, and open-source intelligence. I am passionate about leveraging data, technology, and collaboration to enhance security, efficiency, and sustainability for my clients and partners. I am also an active contributor to the security and loss prevention community as an author, keynote speaker, podcast host, and advisor.

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Contributor Brief·Tom Meehan · 3 articles
Updated Aug 17, 2023

Hidden risks embedded in platforms children trust most daily

Meehan argues that popular digital platforms marketed as entertainment for children contain structural vulnerabilities—particularly embedded chat and messaging features—that inadvertently expose young users to cybersecurity threats their parents don't recognize. He contends that generic, one-size-fits-all safety approaches fail because they don't account for the specific architectural risks built into each platform's design.

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major gaming platforms cited as primary cybersecurity exposure vectors

“Chat features can inadvertently open doors to cybersecurity threats for young players.”

Child Cybersecurity is a Growing Concern With the Regular Use of Digital Gaming Platforms

Primary cybersecurity vulnerability mechanisms in children's digital platforms

Embedded messaging and chat features10
Social media integration within games9
Inadequate parental visibility controls8

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37%Embedded messaging
Embedded messaging and chat features
Social media integration within games
Inadequate parental visibility controls

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distinct industries requiring customized asset-tracking solutions, not universal approaches

One-size-fits-all asset tracking falls short of unique operational needs.

Mastering RFID: Tailored Solutions for Efficient Asset Tracking Across Industries

Young players face hidden risks through messaging features embedded in games.

Child Cybersecurity is a Growing Concern With the Regular Use of Digital Gaming Platforms [pro av]

“Platforms bundled with chat features inadvertently open doors to cybersecurity threats.”

Themes:Embedded platform architecture as primary child safety vulnerabilityCustomized solutions required over universal one-size-fits-all approachesParental and institutional blindness to structural digital risks

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