ARArticles by Andy Robinson
Revenge Porn Helpline Supports Lords’ Push for Stronger Legislation Against Intimate Image Abuse
The Lords pushed to increase the maximum penalty for creating sexually explicit deepfake images or filming someone without their consent to include imprisonment.
7th February 2025
Integrating AI in Schools: New Policy Template Available
SWGfL has introduced a new AI policy template for schools aiming to ensure that AI is used responsibly, ethically, and effectively to enhance teaching.
6th February 2025
Government Makes Surprise U-Turn Around Problematic Protections Against ‘Deepfakes’
A proposed legislative amendment surrounding synthetic sexual content has been U-turned to be consent based as opposed to motivation based.
27th January 2025
Register Your Support for Safer Internet Day 2025
Don't forget to register your support and get involved in joining the national conversation!
21st January 2025
Ofcom Announces New Age Assurance Guidance to Protect Children from Harmful Content
Ofcom have announced a critical milestone in protecting young users from harmful content online.
16th January 2025
Revenge Porn Helpline Partners with Public Interest Registry and Nominet to Extend Protections Against NCII
This partnership will enable these registries to address NCII which has been adjudicated by a court to be non-consensual.
14th January 2025
Assessing the 360 Degree Safe Tool: Feedback from Schools
As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen our approaches, we have asked schools to share their experiences with 360 Degree Safe.
10th January 2025
Revenge Porn Helpline Welcomes New Legislation to Criminalise the Creation and Sharing of Deepfakes But Still Raises Concern Amid Remaining Gaps
Take a look at what will be included and where current gaps still remain.
7th January 2025
SWGfL Services – Opening Hours 2024/2025
Our services have outlined their opening hours throughout the Christmas period along with advice if you need support through this time.
23rd December 2024
What has SWGfL Achieved in 2024?
SWGfL reflects on a year of impactful milestones and initiatives that have advanced the safety and protections of internet users across the UK and beyond.
20th December 2024
Introducing the X Checklist – Keeping Your Profile Under Control
The X Checklist is a comprehensive guide designed to help individuals take control of their X profile.
4th December 2024
Safer Internet Forum 2024: Tackling Online Safety for Young People
Highlighting recent advancements in regulatory frameworks, the growing complexity of online risks, and the tools needed to build a safer digital environment.
2nd December 2024
Ofcom Report Highlights Gender Differences in Online Behaviours
The latest findings from Ofcom’s annual report into the UK’s digital habits revealing how men and women engage with the online world.
28th November 2024
StopNCII.org and Sophie Mortimer Win at Tech South West Awards 2024
StopNCII.org and Sophie Mortimer (Manager of the Revenge Porn Helpline) were announced as winners in the Tech for Good and People’s Choice award category.
22nd November 2024
Insights from the UK Safer Internet Centre’s Sextortion Report
The UKSIC has recently released a report examining sextortion cases handled by the Revenge Porn Helpline from August 2022 to August 2024.
20th November 2024