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Tech giants pool efforts to fight online child sex abuse
Economic Times
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1y ago
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In an effort to combat online child sexual abuse and exploitation, tech giants like Meta (previously known as Facebook) and Google have collaborated in a program called Lantern. This program aims to share signals of activity that violate policies on child exploitation, enabling platforms to quickly detect, remove, and report problematic content. Other platforms, including Snap, Discord, and Mega, are also involved in this initiative. The announcement of Lantern coincided with a Senate hearing where a former Meta senior engineer highlighted the inadequate measures taken by the company to protect teens from harm on their platforms.
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Senator tells Mark Zuckerberg his product is 'killing people' at child safety hearing
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
During a heated Senate hearing on online child safety, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg was told by Senator Lindsey Graham that their product is "killing people." Graham accused Zuckerberg and other tech companies of having "blood on their hands" and highlighted the case of a man whose son died by suicide after being targeted in a "sex extortion ring" on Instagram. The hearing also addressed the issue of online abuse and child exploitation on Meta's platforms, with the New Mexico Attorney General filing a lawsuit against the company for facilitating child pornography and soliciting minors for sex.
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Social media giants 'big, bad monsters': US Families suing Big Tech
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Hundreds of American families are suing social media giants including TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, and Meta (parent company of Instagram and Facebook) over claims of addiction and harm caused to teenagers. The plaintiffs argue that the tech companies have created a "youth mental health crisis" and spread child sex abuse material. The case highlights the potential harms faced by teenagers, citing the example of Molly Russell, a British schoolgirl who died after viewing online content related to suicide and depression. A federal court recently rejected the motion to dismiss the lawsuits filed against these social media companies.
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TikTok, Snapchat and others sign pledge to tackle AI-generated child sex abuse images
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Tech companies like TikTok and Snapchat have signed a joint statement to combat child sex abuse images generated by AI. The statement, backed by governments including the US, Germany, and Australia, aims to ensure responsible AI is used to tackle the threat and prevent it from becoming insurmountable. The decision comes in the wake of data from the Internet Watch Foundation, which revealed the sharing of almost 3,000 images of AI-generated child sexual abuse material on a dark web forum.
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Internet users are getting younger; now the UK is weighing up if AI can help protect them
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
UK regulator Ofcom is planning to launch a consultation on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the fight against harmful online content, particularly content that harms children. The consultation will explore the current use of AI tools and assess their accuracy and effectiveness in identifying and removing illegal content, such as child sex abuse material. Ofcom intends to make recommendations on how platforms should assess and improve their content detection capabilities, potentially leading to fines for non-compliance. The move comes as more young children in the UK are using the internet, with a significant number owning smartphones and engaging with social media.
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What is the UK 'grooming gangs' scandal seized on by Elon Musk?
Economic Times
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6m ago
Medial
Elon Musk has recently criticized UK Labour Party leader Keir Starmer, accusing him of enabling "grooming gangs," despite inaccuracies in Musk's claims. The grooming gangs scandal refers to child sex abuse cases by predominantly British Pakistani men, primarily in Rotherham. Investigations revealed failures by authorities. Starmer, as former chief prosecutor, had overseen prosecutions, earning praise for his handling. Despite multiple inquiries, organized child exploitation remains a concern in the UK. Musk's comments have reignited debate.
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Why Telegram chief's arrest raises 'red flags' for tech bosses
Economic Times
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10m ago
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France has charged Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, with complicity in running a platform that enabled illegal activity, including illicit transactions and child sex abuse images. Experts believe that the case against Durov could set a precedent for holding tech platform owners accountable for user actions. However, it is unlikely that other tech bosses like Elon Musk or Mark Zuckerberg would face similar charges in Europe. Key differences, such as Durov's French citizenship and Telegram's refusal to comply with government takedown orders, distinguish the case. However, concerns persist about the implications for other encrypted services in the future.
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Behind the arrest of Telegram boss, a small Paris cybercrime unit with big ambitions
Economic Times
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10m ago
Medial
The investigation into Telegram boss Pavel Durov was initiated by a small cybercrime unit within the Paris prosecutor's office, led by Johanna Brousse. The arrest of Durov signals a shift in how authorities may deal with tech CEOs who do not actively police illegal content on their platforms. Prosecutors argue that Durov bears responsibility for illegal activities on Telegram, including child sex abuse, drug trafficking, and fraud. However, Durov's lawyer and Telegram maintain that the app follows European laws. The investigation is ongoing, and a conviction would be based on a largely untested legal argument.
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UK focuses on child safety at the start of new online regime
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The UK's communications regulator Ofcom, is prioritizing child safety as it begins enforcing the Online Safety Act. The regulator will require tech companies like Facebook and Meta to address issues such as child abuse, grooming, and pro-suicide content on their platforms. Ofcom's draft code includes measures like restricting messaging from non-connections and not displaying children's location information. The code is open for consultation, with a final version expected to be published next year. Non-compliance with the law could result in fines of up to £18 million or 10% of annual turnover.
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YouTube, Telegram respond to IT Ministry's notice on child sexual abuse material
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
YouTube and Telegram are taking steps to combat child sexual abuse and exploitation online. YouTube reported the removal of over 94,000 channels and 2.5 million videos for violating child safety policies in Q2 2023. It collaborates with experts and NGOs and restricts certain features and recommendations for videos involving minors in potentially risky situations. Telegram has a zero-tolerance policy and maintains an average response time of 10-12 hours for removal of illegal content. The Indian government issued notices to social media intermediaries, warning of consequences under the IT Act if they don't promptly remove child abuse material. Twitter (X Corp) had not responded.
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EU lawmakers back rules forcing Big Tech to tackle child pornography
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
EU lawmakers have backed new rules that will require big tech companies to take stronger measures in tackling child pornography on their platforms. The new regulations will give authorities the power to fine companies up to 4% of their global turnover if they fail to remove child pornography within an hour of being notified. This move aims to ramp up efforts in protecting children from exploitation online.
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