In an alarming revelation, a ground-breaking report has shed light on the inadequate efforts made by some of the world’s leading technology companies to combat online child abuse. The study, the first of its kind, exposes a disconcerting gap between the responsibilities of these tech giants, including Microsoft, Apple, and others, their actual actions in …
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More needs to be done to stop crimes against children online. The problem is growing, and it is a global issue. Technology has become more accessible and affordable, reaching across borders, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. The internet was not designed with safety in mind and the associated issues are complex and constantly …
Netsweeper and WeProtect: Designing a Digital World that Protects Children Read More »
The Anti-OSAEC (Anti-Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children) Act, which became law on July 30, 2022, expands on existing Philippine legislation to further the protection efforts of children online. The Philippine government’s enactment of Republic Act No. 11930, also known as the Anti-Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) law amends the Anti-Pornography …
Many parents post stories, pictures, and videos of their kids on their social media – outfit of the day, first day of school, birthdays, the park, etc. Parenting can be hard, and these platforms have many benefits for busy moms and dads who are looking to get advice from others, being able to share memories …
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Cases of online child sex abuse has continued to grow during the COVID-19 pandemic as families found themselves at home facing school closures and social distancing, resulting in their children spending more and more time on the internet. Although these drastic measures were necessary, it has led to an increase in unmonitored internet access, contributing …
At Netsweeper, our data shows that child sexual abuse material (CSAM) is a growing problem. We monitor and sort over 150 million new websites that come online each day for our clients, and our data shows that child exploitation sites have quadrupled since the pandemic began. Online predators and human traffickers are taking advantage of …
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The internet can be an incredible resource for children, providing them access to an abundance of information. But in this era of technology, social media platforms make it easy for children to connect with others, including predators who are using the internet to target young kids. In the past, it was common for child predators to stalk …
Children are online at a younger age than ever, and for longer — according to Tech Advisor, children’s mobile phone usage has nearly doubled since the pandemic began. While we have data protection laws in place to protect children’s privacy online, it’s important that we teach ourselves and the children in our care how to use the internet safely, and the 4C’s can help you protect child data. …
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How often have you felt distracted, occupied, or even disconnected from those in your household, and not think it was a big deal? Pay attention parents! You may think that your children are safer now than ever because of the stay-at-home order and travel restrictions, but in reality, they are more susceptible to an even …
At Netsweeper, our data shows that child exploitation, cybercrime, and illicit content are on the rise on the internet – child exploitation sites alone have quadrupled since the pandemic again, and the Internet Watch Foundation has seen a 77% increase in the amount of self-generated child sexual abuse content. Now more than ever, web filtering has become a necessity to protect users on the internet.
Perry speaks about the challenges that the governments are facing online when it comes to regulating content and getting rid of harmful illegal activities like child exploitation, illegal gambling, terrorism, and much more.
