online harassment
Coverage of online harassment in the Nexus archive.
- ‘I apologised, threats did not stop’: After Jantar Mantar protest, women face doxxing, calls to 'teach them a lesson'
Women protesters at Jantar Mantar accused of 'insulting' the Army or 'abusing' the Prime Minister are facing online harassment, including death and rape threats, doxxing, and circulation of personal information. The threats continue despite apologies from the protesters.
- ‘Looked so real’: How AI is being weaponised against India’s Muslim women
Experts warn that AI is being used to generate sexualized imagery of Muslim women in India, exacerbating online harassment. The trend highlights AI's weaponization against specific communities.
- Nearly in one in five UK girls receive unwanted images online, poll finds
A Barnardo’s survey reveals nearly one in five UK girls receive persistent unwanted images online, with a quarter subjected to degrading names and one in seven 13- to 15-year-olds asked to send nude photos. The charity warns online misogyny is becoming a normalized part of childhood.
- Witnesses at Australian antisemitism inquiry targeted with online hatred
The head of an Australian royal commission investigating antisemitism reported that Jewish witnesses who testified faced online harassment and intimidation. One case of targeted abuse was referred to police for further action.
- Girl, 15, who died by suicide was goaded by online ghouls who got her to film herself trying to kill family cat
A 15-year-old girl died by suicide after being manipulated by online ghouls who encouraged her to film herself attempting to harm her family cat. The incident highlights the role of online harassment in contributing to her tragic death.