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. This episode is sponsored by Mobicip. Mobicip is an all-in-one app that keeps your child safe across all devices. Block inappropriate websites & apps, set healthy screen time limits, and track their location for peace of mind. Trusted by over 2 million families and a Mom's Choice Awards Gold Recipient, Mobicip empowers you to foster healthy digital habits for your child. Sign up for your FREE 7-day trial today at www.mobicip.com. Sponsor Spotlight: https://youtu.be/3zDkxwuOxiw?si=wR1A7bbC5GS8hQWn If you’ve got a question you’d like answered on the podcast, send us a message on social media or email us at info@navigatingthedigitaljungle.com. And don’t forget to share your photos of family tech changes with the hashtag #DigitalJungle on social media or for a chance to be featured in our next episode and our Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/navjunglepod 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 https://navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/resources/ 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
