NY man indicted for raping Mass. girl after posing as teen online, feds sayA New York man has been indicted in connection with raping a 13-year-old Massachusetts girl after posing as a teen boy online and flying to Boston to meet her, federal prosecutors announced Thursday.MassLive6d agoWhole story →JusticeTechnologychild exploitation indictment
As AI concerns grow, these Mass. lawmakers are pushing for tougher oversightAs fears about artificial intelligence evolve, Rep. Lori Trahan says lawmakers can't afford a repeat of the social media playbook.MassLive15d agoWhole story →SecurityCultureLori Trahanai regulation debate
Viral social media trend prompts urgent safety warning: Don’t do thisFederal officials warn of a dangerous social media trend urging children to microwave a viral toy, risking severe burns and other injuries.MassLive16d agoWhole story →JusticeCultureviral toy safety warning
Kids’ online safety proposal would collect ages for app developersSen. Andy Kim is currently looking for a Senate co-sponsor for a online child safety bill.MassLive3mo agoWhole story →JusticeTechnologyAndy Kimonline child safety bill proposal
