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World Rugby just revealed female players face nearly 70% more online hate than men, but their new protection program is fighting back with real-world investigations. Eight abusers have already been referred to law enforcement across five countries.
After Olympic skier Kokone Kondo faced cruel comments following an injury withdrawal, Japan's Olympic Committee deployed AI monitoring in Milan to protect athletes from harassment. The system flags abusive posts 24/7, offering a blueprint for athlete mental health protection worldwide.
Victims of online sexual harassment in Thailand can now request content removal themselves through a new digital court system, cutting out lengthy legal procedures. The "Take it down" channel launched Monday, marking the first time citizens can petition courts directly without traveling or waiting months.
England footballer Jess Carter is sharing her powerful story after a man pleaded guilty to sending her racist messages during Euro 2025. Her courage is helping shine a light on online abuse and its real impact on athletes.
After years of searching, an internet safety analyst identified a child abuse victim by spotting her school uniform in photos, leading police to find and help the now-young adult. The rare success story shows how dedicated investigators keep working to protect vulnerable children online.
Forty young developers spent a night coding in bomb shelters, racing to create AI tools that protect kids from antisemitic attacks in online games. Their work comes as hate speech online has surged 264% since recent conflict began.
Scotland is empowering boys and young men to fight online misogyny with a bold new campaign that shows how sexist content hurts real girls in their lives. The five-week initiative reaches young people where they spend time online with a simple but powerful message: don't like, share, or comment on harmful content.
Over 250 bishops joined forces in Harare to launch an initiative tackling drug abuse, poverty, and social challenges through faith-based community programs. The African Zionist Churches Association is bringing practical solutions like job training and counseling to communities hit hardest by substance abuse.
England defender Jess Carter opens up about receiving racist abuse during Euro 2025, revealing how online hate affected her confidence. Her abuser has pleaded guilty, and Carter's speaking out to push for better protections for athletes.
Tech companies will have just 48 hours to remove intimate images shared without consent under a new UK law. Victims will only need to report the abuse once, instead of chasing down multiple platforms.
Major tech companies are joining forces to support stronger protections for children online, with OpenAI becoming the latest to endorse legislation that would give kids more control over their digital experiences. The move signals growing industry support for updating online safety standards before AI becomes as embedded in young lives as social media.
When two directors of HateAid, a German nonprofit helping victims of online harassment, were suddenly banned from entering the US, they refused to back down. Their response sparked a wave of international support that shows how standing up for human rights can unite people across borders.
London is launching a groundbreaking £6 million initiative to protect women and girls from AI deepfakes, revenge porn, and digital harassment. The three-year program comes as tech abuse cases have surged over 200% since 2018.
Mexico just secured a groundbreaking partnership with Google, Meta, and TikTok to combat digital violence against women. Nearly 11 million Mexican women faced online harassment in 2024, but now they'll have direct support from the platforms.
Hiring managers are now up to 10 times more likely to hire candidates with online degrees than before COVID-19, new research reveals. The pandemic's shift to virtual work permanently changed how employers view remote education.
Europe just solved one of tech's biggest challenges with a new app that proves your age online without sharing personal data with every website. The free tool protects kids while preserving everyone's privacy.
Adelaide Crows footballer Josh Rachele turned online abuse into a powerful message about mental health and compassion. The 23-year-old's response is sparking support across the AFL community.
Over 60 elderly residents in Cape Town's Khayelitsha gathered to share their stories of abuse and learn how to protect themselves. What started as painful testimony ended with a grandmother's story of courage inspiring others to speak up.
A new study reveals that online communities provide autistic adults with genuine comfort and connection, often offering a physical ease that face-to-face interactions can't match. The findings challenge the assumption that in-person socializing is always better for everyone.
A beloved sci-fi game is becoming a testing ground for the next generation of artificial intelligence. Google's DeepMind is teaming up with the makers of EVE Online to study how AI learns in complex, living virtual worlds.
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