Cyberbullying

Synthetic Peer Aggression: The Rise of “AI Bullying” in Schools

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Researchers have started calling it synthetic peer aggression — bullying built with generative AI, rather than just amplified by social media. It covers AI-faked nude or explicit images of a classmate, cloned voices used to humiliate or extort, and impersonation of both students and staff. Unlike a lot of the digital risks we cover on this blog, this isn’t an emerging concern. School leaders are already dealing with it, right now, in real hallways.

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The Terrible Effect of Cyberbullying in South Africa: Protecting Our Children

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South Africa ranks as the fourth highest in the world for cyberbullying rates, according to a global survey conducted by YouGov. Shockingly, one in every five teens is targeted, with 84% of their peers aware of the victimization. In today’s digital era, cyberbullying has emerged as a significant threat, affecting not just students but also parents who grapple with its lasting impacts.

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