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# Internet Speed-Controlling Devices
As Far As Grounding Techniques Go, the VexBox is a Great Option

By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-02-02 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grounding-techniques
References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2015/02/vexbox-sean-oriordan-control-internet-speed.html) & [thevexbox](http://thevexbox.com/)

If you are a parent looking for grounding techniques for your teen, you will want to consider backing this Internet throttle. Currently seeking funds on crowdfunding site [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchnot), the VexBox is a digital grounding method that limits your online connection speed. This is particularly relevant for Internet-obsessed teenagers who you can't just send to their room anymore.

Founded by Sean ORiordan, the VexBox is a one-stop throttle that allows parents to slow down the [Internet speed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedtest-pulse) to their children's devices. More than simple privacy settings, this technology comes in particularly handy when it comes to grounding techniques. This device means you will not mess up connectivity for the rest of the house either, if you were threatening to disconnect your home from the Internet all together.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.4/10
- Popularity: 23% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Internet Throttling:** The development of devices like the VexBox showcase a growing trend towards controlling internet speeds for various use cases.
- **Parental Control Technologies:** Parents are increasingly seeking innovative solutions to manage their kids' internet use beyond traditional parental controls, presenting opportunities for disruption in this space.
- **Digital Grounding Techniques:** The VexBox represents a growing trend towards utilizing digital methods for grounding and discipline, creating new possibilities in this field.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Internet Service Providers:** ISPs may find opportunities in partnering with companies like the VexBox to offer more customizable and flexible internet plans to customers.
- **Consumer Electronics:** With the growing need for innovative parental control solutions, consumer electronics companies can develop new products to serve this market and differentiate themselves from competitors.
- **Education Technology:** As more parents seek digital grounding techniques for their children, edtech companies can create and market educational resources on healthy internet use and digital citizenship.

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