Digital Danger: The Rising Threat of Sextortion

Digital Danger: The Rising Threat of Sextortion

In this episode of 'Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends,' Sue Atkins is joined by Angeline Corvaglia and intelligence analyst Paul Raffile to discuss the pressing issue of sextortion. 

This episode aims to educate families about what sextortion is, how it happens, and ways to protect loved ones. With valuable segments like 'Family Change,' 'Listener's Questions,' and 'Weekly Quick Tips,' the show covers the importance of open communication, recognising warning signs, and practical steps for prevention. The episode also highlights international collaboration against sextortion and offers resources for families affected by this crime.

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00:00 Introduction to Navigating the Digital Jungle

00:42 Understanding Sextortion: A Growing Threat

03:09 Expert Insights with Paul Raffile

04:34 How Sextortion Scams Operate

05:57 Protecting Your Family from Sextortion

07:09 The Role of Technology and AI in Sextortion

14:30 Global Efforts and Legal Challenges

18:04 Resources and Support for Families

20:53 Practical Tips and Weekly Segments

23:08 Listener's Questions and Quick Tips

29:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

30:31 Sponsor Message: Mobicip

Resources

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Sextortion is a serious crime affecting individuals worldwide. Here are several organisations and agencies that offer support and resources to help victims:

United States:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): The FBI provides information on sextortion and guidance on reporting incidents. fbi.gov

• National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

https://www.missingkids.org/home

• Take It Down

https://takeitdown.ncmec.org/

• Stop Sextortion: This platform offers resources and support for victims, including steps to take if targeted.

https://www.stopsextortion.com/

Canada

• Canadian Centre for Child Protection 

https://www.protectchildren.ca/en/

United Kingdom:

• National Crime Agency (NCA): The NCA provides information on sextortion and guidance on reporting incidents.

https://www.nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk/what-we-do/crime-threats/kidnap-and-extortion/sextortion

• COEP Education

https://www.ceopeducation.co.uk/parents/articles/online-blackmail

• Internet Watch Foundation

https://www.iwf.org.uk/resources/sextortion/parents-and-carers/

https://www.iwf.org.uk/resources/sextortion/under-18s/

• Safer Internet Org

https://saferinternet.org.uk/sextortion-resources

• Internet Matters

https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/what-is-sextortion/

• National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)

https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/social-media-how-to-use-it-safely

• Revenge Porn Helpline (18+)

https://revengepornhelpline.org.uk/

• NSPCC: The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children offers advice for parents and young people on dealing with sextortion.

https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/research-resources/2024/young-people-experiences-online-sexual-extortion

International:

• INTERPOL: Provides information on sextortion as a crime against children and offers resources for international victims.

https://www.interpol.int/en/Crimes/Crimes-against-children/Keeping-children-safe-online

• WeProtect Global Alliance: Focuses on combating online child sexual exploitation and offers resources on addressing sextortion globally. 

https://www.weprotect.org/

Australia

• :  E-Safety Commissioner

https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-topics/image-based-abuse/deal-with-sextortion