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fromWIRED
1 day ago

AI 'Nudify' Websites Are Raking in Millions of Dollars

An analysis revealed that 85 nudify and "undress" websites allow users to generate nonconsensual nude images, averaging 18.5 million visitors monthly and potentially earning $36 million yearly.
Privacy technologies
#social-media
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Children are speaking to strangers online and grooming is on the rise. This is how to protect them | Devi Sridhar

Childhood abuse is a significant, yet overlooked, cause of poor mental health.
The rise of online grooming poses new challenges for child safety.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The misogyny of the metaverse: is Mark Zuckerberg's dream world a no-go area for women?

The safety of young women in digital and physical spaces is increasingly jeopardized, notably with Meta's new metaverse initiatives.
fromPhys
1 month ago
Social media marketing

Banning young people from social media sounds like a silver bullet-global evidence suggests otherwise

Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Children are speaking to strangers online and grooming is on the rise. This is how to protect them | Devi Sridhar

Childhood abuse is a significant, yet overlooked, cause of poor mental health.
The rise of online grooming poses new challenges for child safety.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The misogyny of the metaverse: is Mark Zuckerberg's dream world a no-go area for women?

The safety of young women in digital and physical spaces is increasingly jeopardized, notably with Meta's new metaverse initiatives.
fromPhys
1 month ago
Social media marketing

Banning young people from social media sounds like a silver bullet-global evidence suggests otherwise

#mental-health
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

'764' threat: FBI says predators targeting kids on video games, social media in Bay Area and beyond

An international network, '764', uses video games to target vulnerable children, posing serious risks to their safety.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

My sister was found dead. Then I discovered her search history and the online world that had gripped her

Online pro-suicide forums pose significant risks, with links to numerous deaths, prompting regulatory investigations.
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

10-year-old California girl made TikTok about 'getting kidnapped, lmao.' Then she went missing.

A Sacramento man is accused of kidnapping a 10-year-old girl he met on Roblox, raising significant concerns about online safety.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

'764' threat: FBI says predators targeting kids on video games, social media in Bay Area and beyond

An international network, '764', uses video games to target vulnerable children, posing serious risks to their safety.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

My sister was found dead. Then I discovered her search history and the online world that had gripped her

Online pro-suicide forums pose significant risks, with links to numerous deaths, prompting regulatory investigations.
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

10-year-old California girl made TikTok about 'getting kidnapped, lmao.' Then she went missing.

A Sacramento man is accused of kidnapping a 10-year-old girl he met on Roblox, raising significant concerns about online safety.
#minors
Privacy technologies
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Texas aims to become the most restrictive state for social media use by minors

Texas is set to implement strict regulations on social media access for minors, requiring parental permission and potentially banning account creation altogether.
Privacy technologies
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Texas aims to become the most restrictive state for social media use by minors

Texas is set to implement strict regulations on social media access for minors, requiring parental permission and potentially banning account creation altogether.
fromhttps://www.wtvy.com
1 week ago

New scam offering high-paying remote job for little work

The goal of this scam is to collect your personal information, allowing scammers to commit identity theft. High-paying, little work for a lot of money? It's a come-on so people will think 'Hey, I can do this and still keep my other job, so I can do this and still lie there and play my games all day or what have you.'
Privacy professionals
#cybersecurity
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Violent online networks like '764' show how terrifying the dark web is for young children

The rise of violent online networks poses a serious threat to minors, often involving grooming and demands for harmful actions.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

Tech expert warns of 'extremely sophisticated' new Gmail scam claiming to be from 'law enforcement'

NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Violent online networks like '764' show how terrifying the dark web is for young children

The rise of violent online networks poses a serious threat to minors, often involving grooming and demands for harmful actions.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

Tech expert warns of 'extremely sophisticated' new Gmail scam claiming to be from 'law enforcement'

#child-protection
#legal-proceedings
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I'm a tech executive and my son outsmarted me online

My rude awakening happened on a Saturday morning. I was doing Wordle, and my son Warner, who was then 7, was playing on the iPad. I received a push notification on my phone, telling me my card had been used to make a gaming transaction on the iPad. I was shocked.
Privacy professionals
#child-abuse
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
US news

Garda who impersonated his female colleague online and encouraged men to rape her was a trusted family friend, court hears

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
US news

Garda who impersonated his female colleague online and encouraged men to rape her was a trusted family friend, court hears

fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Tech firms face demands to stop illegal content going viral

The proposed measures aim to hold platforms accountable for the swift enforcement of online safety, especially focusing on protecting children from evolving risks.
Privacy professionals
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
2 weeks ago

Microsoft Removed Over One Billion Ads, 475,000 Advertiser Accounts & More

In a year of aggressive moderation, Microsoft Advertising reported removing or restricting over one billion ads, showcasing its commitment to maintaining platform integrity.
Privacy professionals
#meta
Marketing tech
fromUPI
1 month ago

Meta sues developers of 'nudify' apps for running ads on its platforms - UPI.com

Meta is suing Joy Timeline HK for promoting an app that creates AI-generated explicit images without consent, reinforcing its community protection efforts.
Marketing tech
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Meta files lawsuit against maker of "nudify" app technology

Meta is suing an app maker for promoting deepfake nudification technology that violates its advertising policies.
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Meta's platforms showed hundreds of "nudify" deepfake ads, CBS News investigation finds

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Fundraising

DCU centre that found smartphone bans ineffective previously received 2.4m from social media and tech firms

Marketing tech
fromUPI
1 month ago

Meta sues developers of 'nudify' apps for running ads on its platforms - UPI.com

Meta is suing Joy Timeline HK for promoting an app that creates AI-generated explicit images without consent, reinforcing its community protection efforts.
Marketing tech
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Meta files lawsuit against maker of "nudify" app technology

Meta is suing an app maker for promoting deepfake nudification technology that violates its advertising policies.
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Meta's platforms showed hundreds of "nudify" deepfake ads, CBS News investigation finds

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Fundraising

DCU centre that found smartphone bans ineffective previously received 2.4m from social media and tech firms

fromSocial Media Today
2 weeks ago

YouTube Increases Age Limit for Livestreaming

As of July 22, we are increasing the minimum age required to livestream to 16 years old. This means that creators will need to be 16 or older to be able to livestream on YouTube.
Media industry
fromSocial Media Today
3 weeks ago

TikTok Launches 'Summer Camp' Activities for Youngsters

Starting on June 24, we're inviting teens and their families to discover what they love, explore new interests, and build lasting memories through creativity and learning. #TikTokSummercamp offers four hands-on, family-fun activities inspired by our community and guided by beloved creators serving as this year's camp counselors.
Toronto startup
#scams
Digital life
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Welcome to the age of paranoia as deepfakes and scams abound

AI-driven fraud is prompting heightened verification of online interactions due to increasing impersonation scams.
Digital life
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Welcome to the age of paranoia as deepfakes and scams abound

AI-driven fraud is prompting heightened verification of online interactions due to increasing impersonation scams.
fromMacworld
4 weeks ago

Block ads for the whole fam for less than your monthly streaming services

With AdGuard's family plan, you can get privacy protection, ad blocking, and malware protection for up to 9 devices, including desktop and mobile.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

British Netflix hit 'Adolescence' to be shown in French schools: minister

"The excerpts from the mini-series are very representative of the violence that can exist among young people," Borne said, highlighting its relevance.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

New Europe push to curb children's social media use

The proposal includes setting an age of digital adulthood across the 27-country EU, meaning children will not be able to access social media without parental consent.
Europe politics
#child-exploitation
NYC parents
fromLI Press
1 month ago

Ex-NYPD cop from Long Island sentenced for sexually exploiting children

A former NYPD officer was sentenced to 23 years for sexually exploiting minors through online coercion.
US news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Neo-Nazi sextortion ring that blackmails teens into making sick videos has become so prevalent every FBI office in the US has open cases

A neo-Nazi sextortion ring called '764' is exploiting teens across the US, prompting investigations by every FBI field office.
The group uses extreme intimidation tactics to manipulate vulnerable youth into illegal and violent acts.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

The neo-Nazi 764 cult is targeting kids as young as 9. Here are the warning signs your child is a victim, according to the FBI

A twisted neo-Nazi sextortion ring targets minors, using manipulation and blackmail for exploitative content; parents should remain vigilant.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

36 men charged with 128 offences as part of child sex exploitation investigation, OPP says | CBC News

NYC parents
fromLI Press
1 month ago

Ex-NYPD cop from Long Island sentenced for sexually exploiting children

A former NYPD officer was sentenced to 23 years for sexually exploiting minors through online coercion.
US news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Neo-Nazi sextortion ring that blackmails teens into making sick videos has become so prevalent every FBI office in the US has open cases

A neo-Nazi sextortion ring called '764' is exploiting teens across the US, prompting investigations by every FBI field office.
The group uses extreme intimidation tactics to manipulate vulnerable youth into illegal and violent acts.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

The neo-Nazi 764 cult is targeting kids as young as 9. Here are the warning signs your child is a victim, according to the FBI

A twisted neo-Nazi sextortion ring targets minors, using manipulation and blackmail for exploitative content; parents should remain vigilant.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

36 men charged with 128 offences as part of child sex exploitation investigation, OPP says | CBC News

fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Nintendo warns Switch 2 GameChat users: "Your chat is recorded"

Setting up the Nintendo Parental Controls app gives parents the option to approve all new friends added to the child's account and require explicit permission to use video chat.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Reddit users can now hide posts, comments, and NSFW history

This update allows users to selectively hide posts and comments from subreddits, enhancing privacy without sacrificing their ability to remain active on the platform.
Privacy professionals
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

"It's Just So Maddening": People Are Revealing What Instantly Pisses Them Off

"I'm 32 and what instantly pisses me off is internet illiteracy. I'm not talking about little kids; they haven't had the chance to learn. I'm referring to people around my age and up who have used the internet for a good portion of their lives..."
Digital life
#revenge-porn
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Congress Passed a Sweeping Free-Speech Crackdown-and No One's Talking About It

The TAKE IT DOWN Act, while aiming to combat revenge porn and deepfakes, carries risks of potential misuse and overreach.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Trump to sign law forcing platforms to remove revenge porn in 48 hours

The law addressing revenge porn requires victims to self-police their images, complicating enforcement and amplifying their trauma.
Privacy technologies
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Congress Passed a Sweeping Free-Speech Crackdown-and No One's Talking About It

The TAKE IT DOWN Act, while aiming to combat revenge porn and deepfakes, carries risks of potential misuse and overreach.
Privacy technologies
fromUNILAD Tech
1 month ago

What actually happens when you click to 'accept' or 'reject' all cookies on a website

Understanding internet cookies is crucial for internet users, especially regarding privacy and their browsing experience.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

OnlyFans Model Shocked After Finding Her Pictures With AI-Swapped Faces on Reddit

Image theft in the OnlyFans community has escalated with the use of deepfake technology to create convincing fraudulent personas.
fromcointelegraph.com
2 months ago

How to spot a fake crypto investment platform: 10 red flags

Promising unrealistic returns is a classic indicator of a crypto scam. Legitimate platforms don't need to entice users with exaggerated claims like making 1 Bitcoin in just days.
Cryptocurrency
#sextortion
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

San Jose teen dies by suicide after falling victim to 'sextortion' scheme: What parents need to know

Four men arrested in an international sextortion case linked to the suicide of a San Jose teenager.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

'Sextortion' scam linked to California teen's suicide leads to 4 arrests in West Africa

The recent arrests in Ivory Coast highlight ongoing efforts to combat international sextortion schemes targeting minors.
SF parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Four West African men charged in sick sextortion scam linked to California teen's suicide

A California teen's suicide linked to a sextortion scam underscores the dangers of online predation and manipulation.
Mental health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Anyone who assists self-harm could face five-year jail term under new plan

The Independent highlights the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting during critical societal issues.
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