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A New Zealand father turned a parenting challenge into a broader conversation about protecting children online. His 13-year-old's unauthorized smartphone purchase sparked a nationwide discussion about age restrictions.
A new international alliance is tackling the surge of online fraud that's been devastating communities across Africa and beyond. Forty-six countries, including Kenya and other East African nations, just launched a coordinated effort with China to stop cybercriminals who exploit borders to escape justice.
Seoul National University just became the first school in South Korea to protect graduation photos with invisible anti-deepfake technology. The breakthrough comes after female graduates' portraits were stolen and turned into explicit fake images two years ago.
Hong Kong is creating new laws specifically targeting persistent child sexual abuse and non-consensual explicit image sharing online. After public consultation showed strong support, the government confirmed it will include these protections in upcoming legislation.
Britain's advertising watchdog banned five AI apps for promoting the creation of explicit deepfakes and objectifying women. The decision marks a turning point in protecting people from non-consensual digital manipulation.
When a fake shutdown notice sent OPay customers into panic mode, experts and everyday Nigerians turned the scare into a teachable moment. Their advice is helping millions spot financial scams before they strike.
After managing OnlyFans creators in Australia, Victoria Sinis walked away from the lucrative industry following a powerful church experience. She now travels the world educating young people and parents about the hidden costs of digital sex work.
A major research project will investigate how children in conflict zones face digital dangers like online exploitation and cyberbullying. The €18,000 study across five countries aims to help humanitarian groups better protect vulnerable kids online.
Estonia is tackling youth mental health with science instead of strict social media bans. A team of 10 experts will design solutions that protect teens while respecting their digital lives.
Cybersecurity experts are discovering that outdated technology can actually be safer than the latest systems because hackers simply ignore it. From vintage phones to paper maps, "security by antiquity" is becoming a legitimate defense strategy.
Nigeria's Bauchi State is taking a groundbreaking approach to community safety by partnering with young people instead of policing them. The new campaign empowers youth to reject political manipulation and online thuggery through education, dialogue, and trust-building.
Edo State just launched Nigeria's first comprehensive policy to protect women and girls from cyberbullying, online harassment, and digital abuse. The framework brings together police, health workers, schools, and tech platforms to prevent attacks and support survivors.