CYBER ADDICTION
Cyber addiction: A fight bigger than just ctrl+alt+delete
The article highlights the concerning rise of cyber addiction, citing cases ranging from adolescents engaging in online gaming to adults succumbing to online gambling and dark web activities. It emphasizes the need for intervention, particularly targeting adolescents aged 15 to 16, who are identified as particularly susceptible. To address this, AIIMS plans to collaborate with educational authorities to launch a program called Cyber Jagrookta in CBSE schools, focusing on cyber security and digital wellness.
'Sandra', 'Bot Love' & 'Endless Thread': 6 podcasts to make sense of AI boom
Several podcasts are available for those interested in understanding artificial intelligence and its effects on society. The AI-focused miniseries, "Bot Love," explores the subject of intimacy between humans and AI companions, highlighting the potential harms of AI as a mental health tool.
US eyes new rules for tech: What's under consideration
Should TikTok be banned? Should younger children be prevented from engaging with social media? Can the government make sure private information is secure? What about brand new artificial intelligence interfaces? Or should users be regulating themselves, leaving the government out of it?
Experts believe Delhi HC judgement in Aaradhya Bachchan case will ensure privacy of children
The Delhi High Court's order restraining YouTube channels from publishing misleading content about Aaradhya Bachchan, the granddaughter of Amitabh Bachchan, could pave the way for making companies more responsible, say experts.
Why TikTok is seen as threat to US national security
TikTok -- like its rivals Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube -- thrives on data and there seems to be no limit to how much young users are willing to share about themselves on the super addictive app. TikTok's critics worry that all this information is being processed by a Chinese company in China where the Communist Party reigns supreme.
Hackers leak Australian health records on dark web
The data included names, birth dates, passport numbers and information on medical claims for hundreds of customers who were separated into "naughty" and "nice" lists. Some on the "naughty" list had numeric codes that appeared to link them to drug addiction, alcohol abuse and HIV infection.
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Arunachal Pradesh develops provision for auto-generation of eILP permits
Chief Minister Pema Khandu today attended the valedictory ceremony of the 4-day annual conference of Superintendent of Police (SP) and Commandants of AAPBn/IBRn and Arunachal Pradesh Police (APP). He urged the police department to play an active role in the successful implementation of eILP version 3 in the State. The CM informed that version 3, which is currently being developed has the provision for auto-generation of eILP permit making the entire process seamless.
How crypto giant Binance became a hub for hackers, fraudsters and drug traffickers
In as little as nine minutes, using only encrypted email addresses as identification, the Lazarus hackers created Binance accounts and traded crypto stolen from Eterbase, the Slovakian exchange, according to account records that Binance shared with the police and that are reported here for the first time.
This cyber game may be a losing bet: Karnataka readies to ban online gambling
Karnataka has proposed a set of amendments to the Karnataka Police Act, 1963, to prohibit all types of online gambling activities that involve exchange of money in digital and other electronic forms. However, the proposals exclude lottery and racing. The draft bill defines online games as those involving all forms of wagering or betting.
FTSE 100 ends worst session in nearly two-months; cigarette makers, oil stocks weigh
Sterling hit its highest in more than six weeks against the dollar, further weighing on the FTSE 100, many of whose constituents earn most of their revenues overseas and see their repatriated profits eroded by a stronger pound.
Two years imprisonment, fine for online gambling in Tamil Nadu
Violators shall be punished with imprisonment that may extend to two years or with fine not exceeding Rs 10,000 or with both, according to the Bill and it covers 'games of mere skill' as well if played in consideration of a "wager, bet, money or other stake."
#WhatsYourName: Coffee and social media are a mug’s game
Gangster Gogi should have realised trouble was brewing after named cups were posted.
From recreation to education, tech is everywhere. How does one find the fine line between its benefits & harm?
In 2016, over 19.5% adolescents in Bengaluru were addicted to gaming, and 15.5% to mobile phones.
How 'smart' education is making students tech addict
As tech becomes an integral part of students' life — from recreation to education — they are getting dependent on it.
Madras High Court directs Centre to prohibit Tik Tok download
The Court wants to ban the app on grounds that it serves as a platform for the distribution of explicit and inappropriate content likely to harm children.
Spending too much time on social media? Tech abuse may lead to mental health issues
Eight out of 10 technology addiction cases are related to online gaming.
Delhi: One in every 5 school students a ‘problematic’ internet user
A total of 6,291 students studying in classes from VI to XII in 25 schools in the south-east district of Delhi participated in the survey. It was found that 19% of the students were rated at score higher than 60, indicating problematic use of internet.
Kerala Chief Minister writes to Prime Minister to ban online Blue Whale game
The Blue Whale game is a challenge to the whole society and comprehensive action against this from all responsible agencies is of utmost importance
This is what kept our celebrities awake in 2016
From the suicide of Rohith Vemula in Hyderabad to the disappearance of Najeeb Ahmed at JNU, the young are a worried lot.
Legion hacker claims mail leak of 74,000 chartered accountants
Since November 30, the group has compromised email and Twitter accounts of Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi, liquor baron Vijay Mallya, and senior NDTV journalists Ravish Kumar and Barkha Dutt.
Social media addicts, just watch your posts
A sharp rise in identity thefts calls for moderation in your tendency to display personal information online.
Smartphones and internet may give you 'digital amnesia'
More than half of people aged up to 25 said their smartphone held almost everything they needed to know.
Cyber terrorism: Mehdi Masroor track down
Mehdi Masroor Biswas landed in the “net” following a “predawn swoop.”
Are cybercafes, symbol of India's nascent internet revolution, logging off?
Internet cafes, much like video rental shops and pool parlours, are now disappearing from India's tech landscape as well as its popular mindscape.
Prêt-à-portal: Fashion designers take to cyber catwalks
Indian fashion designers are no longer content selling their wares to high- profile clientele. They are using the Internet to expand their reach.
Cyber-crime cases jump 1033 per cent in a year, Kolkata youths at risk
While such cases have increased by a whopping 355.8 % in the state, the Kolkata figures can scare anyone. It shows a 1033.3 % jump in 2012.
Reports about internet addiction can often be wildly exaggerated
The latest de-addiction regimen is for the internet. This, among other things, goes to prove yet again that India is a country of extremes.
Internet addiction is now a clinical disorder
Feeling irritated because you can't access the Internet?
China mounts cyber attacks on Indian sites
There are three main weapons in use against Indian networks - BOTS, key loggers and mapping of networks.Why MS did't say Yahoo?
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