The article explores a troubling case of a 12-year-old boy who, after acquiring a Quran, became ensnared in extremist online content, transitioning from innocent curiosity about Islam to exposure to violent propaganda. His mother was unaware, believing his activities were limited to gaming and homework. French prosecutor Paul-Edouard Lallois describes the disturbing nature of the materials the boy encountered, highlighting significant concerns about how algorithms enable access to such content. This case underscores the need for vigilance in protecting youth from the dark influences available online at a time when ideological extremism is proliferating.
The boy's mother was stunned to learn her child had been accessing abhorrent content online, believing he was simply engaging in harmless video games.
Investigations reveal how the child's innocent curiosity about Islam transformed into a journey through the internet's darkest corners, influenced by algorithms.
Paul-Edouard Lallois, the prosecutor, emphasized the sheer volume of extreme content accessed by the child which ultimately led to his conviction on terror-related charges.
The case raises serious concerns about the accessibility of extremist propaganda via social media, highlighting the challenges of protecting youth in the digital age.
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