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Over the past 10 years, masculinism has moved from the fringes to the centre of public debate, driven by social media and its viral dynamics.
‘Rage bait’ is the Oxford Word of the Year which makes sense as anger, indignation and violence have become the raw materials of the internet.
Gender-based violence in politics has democratic costs, diminishing diverse voices and expertise in public office.
Online abuse designed to humiliate, coerce or silence women and minority politicians is taking its toll. With a general election next year, the rules have to change.
Social media is awash with videos of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, highlighting the failures of platforms to protect users.
Young people are viewing harmful content unintentionally, according to new research from the Classification Office. But parents need to resist simply taking away devices.
A legal framework for protecting women MPs has already been developed. The government should revive it, and address the underlying causes of online abuse.
New UK legislation aims to curb online abuse by enforcing swift removal of harmful content. Research shows even leisure communities can foster toxic behaviour.
Tinder and similar apps fail to properly address issues of online harm. A lack of policy is to blame, as well as app design features and society’s general attitudes towards more minor cases of abuse.
Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other social networks say they are targeting hate, but they’re overlooking a major source of hateful content: gun talk.
Researchers look for signals that might distinguish people who are upset and ranting online from those who intend to do real physical harm.
Being seen to lead is clearly an important political aspect of managing online content. But internet regulation must focus on creating policy that is clear, accountable, balanced and open to appeals.
With new laws proposed, Australian leaders now seem prepared to move beyond just blaming technology for its role in online violence and extremism.
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Professor specialising in Internet law, Bond University
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Canada Research Chair in Inequality and Gender, Western University
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