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.
COVID-19 has been big business for child exploitation. So, I wasn’t surprised to see news reports about the alleged non-consensual porn, child-sex abuse and rape on the website Pornhub — a Quebec-based company with a huge global following.
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According to the Global Threat Assessment 2021, 54% of children globally have experienced at least one harmful online sexual encounter in their lifetime. Our Gen Z’s and Alpha’s entire lives are digital. Children grow up immersed in social media, their academic and social lives have gone from in person to online, and technology has kept
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There is nothing new about written laws — they have been around for thousands of years, and they predate paper. The internet has changed the landscape and governments are now struggling to enforce the law of the land on the internet. Since the digital introduction of business on the internet, existing laws have rarely been enforced online. Governments have traditionally only taken
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At one point bullying used to be much different than what it is now. It used to take the form of shoving someone on the playground, picking someone last to be on your dodgeball team, or not making room at your table in the cafeteria. But in today’s world, bullying takes on a whole other
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Blue Umbrella Day stands as a beacon of awareness, not only for the broader issue of child protection online but also for a specific, often overlooked aspect: safeguarding boys from sexual violence. In the realm of child protection, boys face unique challenges and vulnerabilities, necessitating targeted efforts to ensure their safety and well-being. Understanding the
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Tax evasion and Value-Added Tax (VAT) manipulation represent significant challenges to economies worldwide, with far-reaching consequences for both governments and businesses. As illicit practices continue to undermine tax systems, the financial repercussions reverberate across various sectors, impacting public services, economic stability, and the integrity of market competition. In this blog of the Countrywide Financial Impact
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Countries are now confronted with a diverse range of challenges that necessitate collaborative approaches for resolution. From the loss of billions due to illegal online gambling to the drain caused by online scams, these issues not only undermine financial stability but also erode societal trust and well-being. Recognizing the urgent need to address these challenges,
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