online safety
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AI deepfake case in Nausori, Fiji ties teen’s private images to CSAM surge online
An alarming Fiji case shows how AI-generated deepfake footage can turn private images into explicit content that spreads online, harming a teenager and highlighting gaps in protection. With online-child exploitation rising and platforms struggling with cross-border enforcement, experts call for faster reporting pathways, stronger digital-forensics capacity, and coordinated action to curb this new wave of…
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Fiji tackles rising online misinformation during disasters and local elections
Online misinformation is surging in Fiji, fueling confusion and reputational harm, especially during emergencies and as local elections approach. A government minister warns that unverified posts—sometimes masquerading as official updates—can spread in minutes, underscoring the need for careful verification before sharing.
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Fiji commits to stronger action against technology-enabled gender-based violence at CSW70
Technology can elevate women’s voices and livelihoods, but it also opens new doors to online harms. A recent high-level discussion called for survivor-centered reform, stronger laws, and broader digital literacy to balance opportunity with protection in the online world.