A phased, evidence-led research programme.
Each phase depends on the evidence produced by the one before it. Later phases will only proceed if earlier findings justify them.
Where the initiative stands
- Phase 1Complete
Concept development
Problem framing, hypothesis, and the pre-commitment model.
- Phase 2In progress
User research
The SafeTime Digital Agency Study: vulnerability patterns, blocker use, and privacy attitudes.
- Phase 3Planned
Prototype testing
Scheduling, protection modes, cool-off delays, and essential access evaluated with real users.
- Phase 4Planned
AI model development
On-device pattern learning and recommendation quality, with privacy guarantees tested.
- Phase 5Planned
Ethical and privacy review
Independent review of autonomy, consent, safeguarding, and data handling.
- Phase 6Proposed
Mobile OS integration research
Feasibility and safeguards for consent-based operating-system-level controls.
Timelines are indicative. Phases involving AI deployment or operating-system integration are contingent on ethical review, partnership, and technical validation.