Cybersmile News

Jun 21, 2024Beyond Profiles

Raising Awareness of the Impact That Cyberbullying Has on Mental Health

The "Beyond Profiles" initiative aims to spark meaningful conversation around the topics of cyberbullying and mental health.

Jun 21, 2024Original Research

Exploring the Impact of Cyberbullying on Our Mental Health

Beyond Likes 2024 offers valuable insights into the devastating effects that cyberbullying can have on our mental health.

Jun 21, 2024Social Impact

Stop Cyberbullying Day 2024: Social Media & Mental Health

Building on the momentum of last year's success, we have an exciting lineup of events and activities that will be taking place throughout the day.

Cybersmile Win Telly Awards For Modern Witch Trials

May 28, 2024Mob Harassment

Modern Witch Trials Wins 10 Awards at the 45th Annual Telly Awards

The Telly Awards honor excellence in video and television across all screens and are judged by leaders from video platforms, television, streaming networks, and production companies.

Cybersmile Zink Partnership Announcement 2

May 14, 2024Mental Health

Cybersmile & Zink Talent Partner to Raise Awareness of Online Abuse

The long-term partnership will kick off with an influencer-led campaign to mark Stop Cyberbullying Day on June 21st.

Feb 5, 2024Digital Civility

Tackling Cancel Culture Through Our Modern Witch Trials Campaign

We've teamed up with Chromista, the production company of Oscar-nominated director Darren Aronofsky, and creative agency JOAN London to address mob harassment.

Oct 10, 2023Digital Wellbeing

Encouraging Self-Acceptance Through Our Body Beautiful Initiative

This year's World Mental Health Day activities include a groundbreaking research report alongside the launch of an interactive educational resource.

Cybersmile x Urban Decay "Be Fearless Experience" (Video Poster)

Sep 6, 2023Freedom of Expression

Be Fearless: A Live Experience by Cybersmile & Urban Decay

The live event by Cybersmile and Urban Decay in Soho, London, provided over 300 guests with an interactive experience centered on freedom, allyship, and hope.

Anastasia Pagonis exclusive interview Cybersmile

Jun 16, 2023The Big Conversation

Anastasia Pagonis on Cyberbullying & Abuse

As part of our global partnership with Urban Decay, we sat down with 3x world swimming champion Anastasia Pagonis to discuss life online.

Industry News

Meta Announces Teen Accounts For Instagram

Jan 3, 2025Industry News

Meta Announce the Introduction of 'Teen Accounts' on Instagram

Meta's decision to implement teen accounts marks a significant step toward addressing concerns about youth safety on social media.

Dec 21, 2024Industry News

𝕏 Supports Kids Online Safety Act Amid Push for Social Media Regulation

𝕏 CEO Linda Yaccarino has previously spoken in favor of the KOSA, contrasting the stance of most other major tech companies.

UK Government Outline Ofcom Online Safety Priorities

Dec 12, 2024Industry News

UK Government Sets Online Safety Priorities for Ofcom

The results of a newly announced government study are expected to guide the next steps in the implementation of the Online Safety Act.

Australia Approves Ban On Social Media For Young People

Dec 4, 2024Industry News

Australia Approves Ban on Social Media Use for Children Under 16

The legislation allows a year for social media platforms to develop technological solutions to ensure compliance while maintaining user privacy.

Study Reveals Parents Fear Child Internet Addiction

Nov 25, 2024Industry News

Research Shows 1 Out of 5 US Parents Fear Their Child Is Addicted to the Internet

Dr. Giovanni Salum, co-author of the study, spoke of an overall perception that mental health issues are becoming more commonplace and that evidence suggests that internet use and social media may contribute to that.

Study Links Cyberbullying To Body Image Issues And Cosmetic Procedures

Nov 22, 2024Industry News

New Study Ties Cyberbullying Behaviors to US Teenage Eating Disorders

Findings from the study, according to the researchers, have "significant implications" for policymakers, public health, and clinical practice.

China Introduces Tough Penalties For Cyberbullying

Nov 19, 2024Industry News

China Proposes 'Severe Penalties' Under New Rules to Fight Online Abuse

Chinese authorities are proposing new rules to combat online abuse, which include strict penalties for people who are abusive and for platforms that are deemed to be not doing enough to counter the issue.

Xbox Tackle In Game Abuse And Harassment

Nov 19, 2024Industry News

Xbox Introduces New Measures to Combat In-Game Abuse and Harassment

In an effort to improve community safety online, Xbox has recently announced the introduction of new measures to tackle bullying and harassment in multi-player games.

Nov 24, 2023Industry News

TikTok Fined 12.7 Million Pounds in UK for Misuse of Children's Data

The ICO felt that the platform had not taken enough steps to obtain parental consent, leaving children open to being served potentially harmful or inappropriate content.

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