AI, Gaming, FinTech spotted among cybersecurity threats targeting children

AI, Gaming, FinTech spotted among cybersecurity threats targeting children

In today’s digital age, there is a rapid decline in the age at which children gain access to digital technology. Most children at a young age already have access to smartphones and laptops, leaving cybersecurity experts concerned about the escalating threats targeting the young demographic. 


Experts at tech security company, Kaspersky, explore some of the key cybersecurity trends parents should be aware of; and provide tips on how to safeguard their children’s online activities.


Use of AI tools


According to a UN study, approximately 80% of young individuals report interacting with AI multiple times a day. The advancement of AI technology has led to the emergence of numerous little-known applications with seemingly harmless features such as uploading a photo to receive a modified version.


However this poses a significant risk as the database the photo will remain in is unknown and also whether there is potential for further use. 





Furthermore, the use of AI chatbot raises alarms as they can deliver age-inappropriate content, including those designed for an explicitly erotic experience. Despite some requiring age verification, some children can falsify their age, this is an inadequacy that hasn’t been properly addressed.



Furthermore, the use of AI chatbot raises alarms as they can deliver age-inappropriate content, including those designed for an explicitly erotic experience. Despite some requiring age verification, some children can falsify their age, this is an inadequacy that hasn’t been properly addressed.



Malicious attacks on young gamers


In this digital space, cybercriminals engage in video games which children take part in, through unmoderated voice and text chats which is a feature of the game, criminals exploit this trust building system by gaining the trust of y ..

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