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We transform the way children are protected from sexual abuse and exploitation in the digital age.
Joined January 2010
During #NationalChildAbusePreventionMonth, @FBI launched Operation Restore Justice—a 5-day, nationwide effort that led to the arrest of 205 alleged child sex offenders and rescuing 115 children. Hear directly from Darren Cox about how the ongoing work to safeguard children.
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In 2024, @AmazonPhotos used @GetSaferio to detect and report more than 30,000 images—up nearly 25% from the year before. That impact is only possible through deep investment, innovation, and collaboration. Read the full report:.
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How do we #protectkids in a world where danger is just a swipe away?. @Bloomberg latest piece, "How to Keep Your Kids Safe Online," asks a critical question: What can families do right now?.
bloomberg.com
Experts from nonprofits say digital safety starts at home with an open dialogue that doesn’t shy away from the embarrassing — or the terrifying.
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A10. Offenders exploit gaps in tech and are increasingly sophisticated and able to scale. To stay ahead, we need smarter tools, stronger standards, and real transparency from platforms. #NCAPM25.
Q10. We end each year with the same vital question: As offenders continue to exploit children online with little fear of being caught, how can we stay ahead and protect kids in an ever-evolving digital world? #NCAPM25.
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You can read more about our support for this bill here: #NCAPM25.
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Thorn supports the Senate’s recent passage of the Take It Down Act and encourages the House of Representatives to prioritize this critical legislation.
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A8. Right now, we are really hoping to see the Take It Down Act quickly signed into law. The House of Representatives passed it yesterday evening with significant support and we are hopeful that it makes its way to President Trump’s desk soon. #NCAPM25.
Q8. What would you like to see happen in 2025 to strengthen online protections for children through legislation or policy? #NCAPM25.
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A6. Platforms must prioritize transparency, set safety standards, and invest in early detection tech to stop online enticement before it escalates. #NCAPM25.
Q6. Offenders are using GAI to create fake accounts and lure children. What can be done to detect and prevent online enticement before it escalates? #NCAPM25.
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A5. The images created on nudifying apps can be used for sextortion, grooming, & other harms. These images circulate & the emotional toll is real. We need platform accountability, early education, & safety by design to prevent this threat from escalating even further. #NCAPM25.
Q5. “Nudify” apps use AI to remove clothing from photos, often without consent. What risks do these tools pose to minors, and how can we effectively address them? #NCAPM25.
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A3. GAI is being used to create CSAM—either generating synthetic sexual images of children from scratch or altering real photos into abuse content. It's also being used to groom and sextort children at scale. We are at a critical moment for safety by design #NCAPM25.
Q3. How is Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) being used to create exploitative content involving children? #NCAPM25.
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In 2024, more platforms than ever deployed @GetSaferio—our comprehensive child sexual abuse material and child sexual exploitation detection solution. Read Safer’s 2024 Impact Report to learn more about how our tech helps content moderators:.
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1 in 8 teens (aged 13-17) know someone who has been targeted by #AIgenerated deepfake nudes. This recent @USATODAY article tells the story of a teenage girl victimized and impacted by deepfake nudes created by her fellow classmate.
usatoday.com
Mental health and cybersecurity experts say bullying using AI-generated fake nude images is increasingly part of the teen experience.
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