#child-protection

#child-protection

Google uses machine learning to estimate user age for safer online experiences.

The initiative aims to enhance child safety on its platforms by identifying underage users.

Age estimation will utilize existing user data for improved content settings.

New age verification measures for UK pornography sites will be mandatory by July 2025.

The Independent emphasizes the need for accessible journalism and robust online safety measures for children.

The rise of parent and child influencers on social media is prompting legislative action to protect children in the influencer economy.

Leading child experts in England call for a complete ban on smacking, citing no evidence of its benefits to children's wellbeing.

AI nudification apps creating deepfake images of children should be banned to protect them from potential exploitation and fears surrounding their misuse.

House Bill 281 may hinder children's ability to discuss critical issues in school therapy, raising concerns about potential abuse and harm.

Homeland Security rescued two teenage sisters from sex traffickers, illustrating vulnerabilities of migrant children.

A federal judge reinstated legal funding for unaccompanied migrant children, reversing a prior decision that jeopardized their representation in court.

Texas is facing legal challenges over the enforcement of House Bill 18 that aims to regulate social media use for minors.

A federal judge has temporarily blocked sections of the law as it poses First Amendment issues.

The ruling is perceived as a victory against government censorship over online expressions.

Congress must navigate complex debates over online safety and free expression in attempts to revive the Kids Online Safety Act.

Bishop Comiskey failed to protect children from abuse and resigned following public scandal.

Bishop Comiskey, associated with clerical abuse scandals, retreated from public life post-Ferns Report, revealing his failure to protect children.

Bishop Brendan Comiskey's death revives discussions on the Irish church's clerical abuse scandals he failed to address during his tenure.

A couple was sentenced to 70 years in prison for leaving their four children in a hot car, resulting in the death of their toddler.

Retired teacher Geoffrey Dolamore admitted to sexually abusing two boys over several decades, resulting in guilty pleas on multiple charges.

Tracey Connelly, mother of Baby P, is granted another chance at freedom after multiple violations since her initial release.

The trial of Joel Le Scouarnec is poised to significantly impact perceptions of sexual violence in France due to the scale of allegations.

Anthony Clarke avoided prison after attempting to solicit sexual images from a child.

A nurse was convicted for sexual acts with a teenage girl met on Reddit.

The closure of the Kidflix platform marks a significant blow against child pornography, involving extensive international cooperation.

Kevin Hurley, 67, was apprehended for alleged sexual acts involving minors years ago.

Law enforcement is seeking additional victims in connection with Hurley's past involvement in community programs.

Dozens of groupies cheered for accused murderer Luigi Mangione during his court appearance, highlighting societal concerns regarding public fascination with crime.

A 58-year-old man was arrested in Derry for alleged attempted sexual communication with a child after an incident involving paedophile hunters.

A Texas man was sentenced to 35 years for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl.

Law enforcement arrested Kevin Hurley for sexual acts involving a minor and are seeking additional information to possible further victims.

A federal judge struck down Ohio's law requiring parental consent for kids under 16 to use social media, citing constitutional concerns.

The Independent emphasizes the importance of effective journalism amidst legislative changes that threaten online safety for children.

Compromising on child safety laws in trade negotiations is a betrayal of public trust, according to campaigners.

The Online Safety Act aims to protect children from harmful online content, regulating platforms to ensure illegal content is removed swiftly.

The new Crime and Policing Bill allows for discretion in reporting consensual underage relationships under certain circumstances.

Los Angeles County has reached a $4 billion settlement for sexual abuse claims in juvenile facilities, pending approval from local supervisors.

Sophie Brady faced abuse from her cousin starting at age seven, and when she reported it at ten, no one listened.

Dan Norris, MP for North East Somerset, has been suspended after being arrested on serious charges including rape and child sex offences.

A high school teacher pleaded guilty to coercing students into sending sexual pictures.

A former teaching assistant has been charged with sending sexual messages to a child under 13.

Women and girls in asylum seeking accommodations in Britain face serious risks of sexual violence and harassment.

The conflict in eastern DRC is marked by unprecedented sexual violence against children, particularly as M23 rebels intensify their offensives.

A new nonprofit, ROOST, aims to enhance online safety through free open-source tools for businesses.

Families urge Ofcom to shut down a website sharing graphic videos of killings, citing disturbing implications for children.

New Ofcom powers under the Online Safety Act may struggle to sufficiently combat such content.

A Swiss man was arrested for attempting to arrange sex with a minor he met on Grindr.

Hungarian officials are pushing for Pride to be held indoors citing 'child protection' concerns amid ongoing anti-LGBTQ+ sentiments.

Advertisers are questioning the integrity and effectiveness of MRC and TAG following alarming ad placements on sites linked to child abuse material.

The brutal violence in Haiti, particularly affecting children, has vastly increased with gangs now dominating the country, exacerbating insecurity and trauma.