BANGKOK (NNT) - Meta has launched the “Take It Down” program in Thailand, expanding its effort to help teenagers control their intimate images online. Developed with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), the program now supports the Thai language, among others, broadening its global accessibility. 

 

This Meta-initiated program allows those under 18 to prevent the spread of their intimate photos through a secure process that respects their privacy.

 

At a press briefing in Thailand, Meta's APAC Safety Policy Manager, Malina Enlund, highlighted the company's fight against sextortion, stressing the importance of protecting teenagers' online well-being and enhancing youth safety worldwide.

 

Addressing sextortion and child sexual exploitation is of great importance, as evidenced by Meta's removal of millions of such exploitative content pieces. The Take It Down platform's unique hashing technique allows for the discreet blocking of image distribution.

 

Meta's comprehensive strategy also includes resources and tools for teens, parents, and teachers to fight sextortion, alongside measures such as “Safety Notices” on Instagram to safeguard against unwanted contact.

 

by Krajangwit Johjit

 

Source: NNT 2024-03-21

 

- Discover how Cigna Insurance can protect you with a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment. For more information on expat health insurance click here.

 

Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe
 

It would be great if someone takes Meta down. No more facebook and instagram - what a wonderful world. 

A better idea would be to promote "Don't put it up". The internet lasts forever.

10 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said:

It would be great if someone takes Meta down. No more facebook and instagram - what a wonderful world. 

It was a great relief to delete all social media apps, only for coming back here after 6 months break almost 😅 

 

Still less on the phone, so a good choice

6 hours ago, Gsxrnz said:

A better idea would be to promote "Don't put it up". The internet lasts forever.

Exactly, don't get yer jugs out is the best way to go

I don't know any young people who use Meta/ Facebook.

It's a forum for oldies.

Most use insta( gram) and Tik Tok

 

They wouldn't be seen dead on Facebook