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The internet has revolutionized the field of education, offering new resources and opportunities for learning. With the increased reliance on online platforms and digital content, it is now a priority to ensure the safety and security of educational spaces. This is where artificial intelligence (AI) plays a big role. By using the power of AI,…

What is the Digital Services Act (DSA)? The Digital Services Act, otherwise known as the DSA, is the first attempt by theEuropean Union to govern platforms at the regulatory level. Up until this point, all 27 EUmember states have each had their own laws that may or may not apply to onlineplatforms. The DSA is…

Introduction The Digital Service Act (DSA) is a European regulation amending the June, 8th 2000 Directive on electronic commerce (Directive 2000/31/EC). Its goal is to modernize and harmonize national legislation within the internal market in response to the risks and challenges of digital transformation. The DSA applies to a large range of digital services such…

As the internet becomes an integral part of our daily lives, companies must prioritize the safety and security of their users. This responsibility falls on trust and safety teams, whose primary goal is to protect users from fraud, abuse, and other harmful behavior.  Trust and Safety Teams Objectives  The Role of Trust and Safety Teams…

The Digital Services Act (DSA) is a comprehensive set of laws that aims to regulate digital services and platforms to ensure transparency, accountability, and user protection. In other words, it’s the European Union’s way of regulating and harmonizing separate laws under one universal piece of legislation to prevent illegal and harmful activities online and the…

Before diving into the specifics of launching a career in Trust and Safety, it's important to have a clear understanding of what this field entails. Trust and Safety professionals are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for users on digital platforms. This includes identifying and addressing harmful content, developing policies to prevent abuse,…

Introduction While the EU already has some rules to protect children online, such as those found in the Audiovisual Media Services Directive, the Digital Services Act (DSA) introduces specific obligations for platforms. As platforms adapt to meet the provisions outlined in the DSA Minor Protection, it's important for businesses to take proactive measures to comply…

The recent rise of generative AI has revolutionized various industries, including Trust and Safety. However, this technological advancement generates new problems. Predators have found ways to abuse generative AI, using it to carry out horrible acts such as child sex abuse material (CSAM), disinformation, fraud, and extremism. In this article, we will explore how predators…

A Trust and Safety leader plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of a platform or community. Here are 17 important questions that a Trust and Safety leader should be able to answer.  What are the key goals and objectives of the Trust and Safety team? The key goals of the Trust…