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Social justice
fromTalkMarkets
4 days ago

Meta Under Fire As Facebook, WhatsApp, And Instagram Linked To Activist Abuse

Over 90% of environmental activists surveyed reported online abuse, with Facebook identified as the most harmful platform.
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Roblox is adding an 'age estimation' feature for teens

Roblox introduces an age estimation feature for teens requiring video selfies to unlock less restrictive chat options.
fromInverse
1 month ago

As The Scamiverse Gets More Sophisticated, Tomorrow's Scam Protection Is Here Today

According to a recent research study conducted by McAfee - the global leader in online protection - over half of Americans say they or someone they know has fallen victim to an online scam in the last year.
Digital life
fromSmashing Magazine
1 month ago

Can Good UX Protect Older Users From Digital Scams? - Smashing Magazine

Good UX design may mitigate the risk of online scams, especially for non-tech-savvy older users.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

Google's Advanced Protection Arrives on Android: Should You Use It?

Google's Advanced Protection for Android offers enhanced security tailored for high-risk individuals, including journalists and activists.
#social-media
more#social-media
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

What to do if your email account is stolen and how to stop it happening again

Email accounts have become more than a longstanding method of communication, morphing into the centre of your digital world as the user login for hundreds of services from shopping to socials.
Digital life
#content-moderation
Artificial intelligence
fromPyImageSearch
1 month ago

Content Moderation via Zero Shot Learning with Qwen 2.5 - PyImageSearch

Digital platforms face complex challenges in content moderation due to user-generated content growth.
Qwen 2.5 models can enhance content moderation through advanced multimodal understanding.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
4 months ago

As platform moderation standards vary, creators eye Twitch as a safe haven

Twitch has become a safe haven for marginalized creators due to its focus on content moderation.
Artificial intelligence
fromPyImageSearch
1 month ago

Content Moderation via Zero Shot Learning with Qwen 2.5 - PyImageSearch

Digital platforms face complex challenges in content moderation due to user-generated content growth.
Qwen 2.5 models can enhance content moderation through advanced multimodal understanding.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
4 months ago

As platform moderation standards vary, creators eye Twitch as a safe haven

Twitch has become a safe haven for marginalized creators due to its focus on content moderation.
more#content-moderation
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 months ago

For Tech Whistleblowers, There's Safety in Numbers

Powerful stories can drive change, but organizations may retaliate against those who share them.
Psst provides a safe platform for anonymous whistleblowing, promoting accountability in tech and government.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Here are the sneaky ways that indicate your partner has remote access to your phone to spy on you, according to expert

"Never leave your phone unlocked around someone you don't fully trust, and always have a screen lock," Porcar told The Sun.
Privacy technologies
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

NYS public school cellphone ban to go into effect for 2025-2026 school year: Gov. Hochul

New York is banning smartphone use in public schools during school hours starting September 2025 to combat distractions and enhance student learning.
fromtime.com
3 months ago

How to Teach Kids the Importance of Digital Privacy

Parents must educate children about modern privacy threats, which include AI deepfakes and digital identity theft, to protect their future.
fromMedium
3 months ago

Earn Money by Discovering Bugs

Bug bounty hunting turns tech skills into cash rewards while improving online security.
Gadgets
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Tell us if smartphones should be banned in schools

Debate on smartphone bans in schools raises concerns about distraction and safety, while critics stress the need for better digital education and support.
Digital life
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Teens are using AI to create fake nudes of their classmates - as a new form of bullying

AI technology is being misused to create realistic deepfake nude images of teens, leading to severe bullying and privacy violations.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Teens, Tech, and the Power of Staying Curious

Parental controls alone won't protect teens from risks online.
Curious questions foster connection and protect teens in their digital lives.
Small, casual conversations can lead to significant insights about teens' online experiences.
fromEngadget
7 months ago

The best VPN service for 2024

VPN claims can be misleading, and it's essential to understand their functionalities and limitations before choosing a service.
Marketing tech
fromZDNET
4 months ago

I clicked on four sneaky online scams on purpose - to show you how they work

Playing along with scammers reveals their common tactics, highlighting the importance of digital vigilance.
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago

An Early Childhood Therapist Cautions Parents Against YouTube Kids

"YouTube Kids is its own category of screen time...they have easy access to fly through and pick the next thing. Their mind is constantly going, what's next, what's next, what's next."
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Reducing smartphone harms in law relies on process, not one big bang event'

Quality journalism must remain accessible to everyone, funded by those who can afford it.
#cybersecurity
Toronto startup
fromThe Hacker News
4 months ago

THN Weekly Recap: Alerts on Zero-Day Exploits, AI Breaches, and Crypto Heists

A Serbian activist faced a zero-day exploit, highlighting vulnerabilities in digital security.
Microsoft exposed a scheme where cybercriminals exploit AI tools for harmful pranks.
Information security
fromITPro
5 months ago

Cyber requirements can wear us all down - we need a different perspective

Cybersecurity fatigue leads to complacency and increased risk of breaches among users.
The everyday pressures of cyber safety overwhelm individuals, affecting decision-making in digital interactions.
Toronto startup
fromThe Hacker News
4 months ago

THN Weekly Recap: Alerts on Zero-Day Exploits, AI Breaches, and Crypto Heists

A Serbian activist faced a zero-day exploit, highlighting vulnerabilities in digital security.
Microsoft exposed a scheme where cybercriminals exploit AI tools for harmful pranks.
Information security
fromITPro
5 months ago

Cyber requirements can wear us all down - we need a different perspective

Cybersecurity fatigue leads to complacency and increased risk of breaches among users.
The everyday pressures of cyber safety overwhelm individuals, affecting decision-making in digital interactions.
more#cybersecurity
Digital life
fromDigital Insurance
5 months ago

Digital footprints can lead to insurance executives

Public sympathy towards the accused in Brian Thompson's murder raises concerns about corporate executive safety amid unmanaged digital footprints.
Parenting
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

AI: who's responsible for children's safety?

The case underscores the risks of AI companions and the need for parental awareness of their children's online interactions.
fromtime.com
8 months ago

Australian Senate Passes Social Media Ban for Under-16s, Will Soon Become World-First Law

Australia passes world-first law banning social media for children under 16, with hefty fines for non-compliance.
fromPCMag Australia
9 months ago

The Best Private Browsers for 2024: Stop Trackers Dead

Online privacy is increasingly compromised by aggressive tracking methods employed by marketers. This includes the use of browser cookies, IP addresses, and device identifiers that monitor user behavior online.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
10 months ago

Telegram apologizes to South Korea and takes down deepfakes

South Korea's Communications Standards Commission noted Telegram's cooperation in removing 25 videos related to sex crimes and expressed hope for ongoing collaboration, emphasizing the need for a rapid takedown response.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.aljazeera.com
11 months ago

Nepal lifts TikTok ban after blocking app over social harmony' concerns

Nepal lifts TikTok ban, prioritizing equal treatment of social media platforms and responding to the platform's commitments to local regulations.
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