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April 8, 2026 - Comments Off on Google Updates Gemini AI with Mental Health Safeguards Amid Lawsuit

Google Updates Gemini AI with Mental Health Safeguards Amid Lawsuit

Google has announced new mental health safeguards for its Gemini AI chatbot following a lawsuit alleging the tool contributed to a user’s suicide. The update introduces a redesigned “Help is available” feature that detects signs of distress and provides users with one-click access to crisis hotlines via call, text, or chat. The feature remains active throughout the conversation once triggered. Google also pledged $30 million to support global crisis hotlines and additional funding for AI safety training initiatives. The move comes amid growing scrutiny of AI chatbots and their potential risks, with ongoing legal cases raising concerns about accountability, user safety, and ethical AI design.

April 7, 2026 - Comments Off on Alleged Sexual Assault of Social Media Influencer Sparks Safety Concerns

Alleged Sexual Assault of Social Media Influencer Sparks Safety Concerns

A case has been registered in Lahore after a young female social media influencer alleged that she was sexually assaulted by two individuals who had contacted her online under the pretext of a professional collaboration. According to the FIR, the suspects lured the victim to a private location, where she and her companion were held at gunpoint, assaulted, and threatened against reporting the incident. Police have launched an investigation and are attempting to locate the accused. The case has raised serious concerns about the safety of women navigating online spaces for professional opportunities, highlighting the intersection of digital platforms and offline gender-based violence.

December 18, 2025 - Comments Off on PTA concludes “Cybersecurity Awareness Week” with little focus on redressal mechanisms

PTA concludes “Cybersecurity Awareness Week” with little focus on redressal mechanisms

PTA’s flagship “Cybersecurity Awareness Week” event concluded this Wednesday. The campaign offered no fresh solutions to victims of cyber harassment, focusing instead on preventive mechanisms through awareness campaigns across a wide range of emerging digital trends. This included sessions on safe use of AI, online reporting, and digital footprints. Ultimately, the PTA encouraged new digital users to become responsible “Digital Citizens”, and sidelined discussions on legal redress mechanisms and institutional obstacles for victims. These institutional failures are evident in the slow responses of authorities like the NCCIA in resolving citizen complaints and grievances. 

December 17, 2025 - Comments Off on CM Bugti calls for strict action against online misinformation

CM Bugti calls for strict action against online misinformation

Addressing the Provincial Assembly in Balochistan, Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti called for strict legislative action against coordinated online campaigns against elected representatives. Opposition leader Mir Younas echoed these sentiments, referring to the “Balochistan Leaks” social media page as a propaganda tool that is propagating defamatory claims against Baloch politicians. The Speaker of the Provincial Assembly also took a firm stance, and directed the regional head of the FIA to conduct a formal inquiry into online campaigns maligning elected officials. The aforementioned Balochistan Leaks website characterizes itself as providing “investigative reports” on the misallocation of funds in development projects in Balochistan.

August 21, 2025 - Comments Off on NCCIA releases list of 46 illegal apps and websites in Pakistan

NCCIA releases list of 46 illegal apps and websites in Pakistan

The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has released an official list of 46 illegal apps and websites currently operating in Pakistan. The move follows the recent arrest of YouTuber Ducky Bhai in connection with one of these platforms.

The banned apps and websites include online betting and gambling platforms, unregulated forex trading applications, and data-leakage tools that unlawfully provide SIM and CNIC information.

Authorities have warned that promoting or using these apps can lead to prosecution under Pakistani cyber laws, with potential fines and imprisonment. The NCCIA has urged the public to exercise caution and report suspicious digital platforms.

July 29, 2025 - Comments Off on TikTok collaborates with NDMA to combat Flood-related misinformation in Pakistan

TikTok collaborates with NDMA to combat Flood-related misinformation in Pakistan

TikTok has introduced a dedicated search guide in Pakistan to counter misinformation during the ongoing monsoon flood season, aiming to ensure users receive real-time updates from verified and reliable sources. When users search for flood-related content, they will now see a banner directing them to credible sources, including the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The guide explains what qualifies as a tragic event such as natural disasters or personal loss and provides guidance on mental health support, as well as responsible content sharing and reporting.

June 11, 2025 - Comments Off on Social media activist alleges rape in Lahore, five booked

Social media activist alleges rape in Lahore, five booked

Lahore police have filed a criminal case against five men, including a popular YouTuber, following allegations of rape, blackmail, and harassment by a female social media activist. According to the FIR, the survivor stated that the primary accused befriended her online, gained her trust, and lured her to his home where she was drugged and raped. She remained silent until he later sent her an explicit video of the assault, using it to blackmail her into repeated abuse. When she approached him with her sister to demand the videos be deleted, four accomplices allegedly harassed them, deleted the clips, and issued death threats before releasing them. While all five men have been nominated in the FIR, no arrests have yet been made.

Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1916345/five-booked-in-rape-case-of-social-media-activist-in-lahore