#sexism-and-online-abuse

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Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Online abuse is silencing women on a staggering scale it's a democratic crisis | Sharon Kechula

Susan Kihika faced severe online abuse after maternity leave, highlighting gender-based violence and double standards in political scrutiny against women.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
24 minutes ago

A sad indictment that the young seek tradwife life | Letters

The tradwife ideal offers comfort but also poses dangers, as highlighted by past feminist struggles and the need for societal change.
#manosphere
Social media marketing
fromMedium
2 days ago

I watched the manosphere documentary; here is how design is making things worse.

The manosphere thrives on toxic online communities that promote misogyny and anti-feminism, driven by algorithms rewarding controversial content.
Humor
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

Here's What My Woke Teenage Brothers Had To Say About "Into the Manosphere"

Concerns about young males being influenced by the manosphere and traditional gender roles are growing.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Louis Theroux on the Manosphere: 'It's Highly Profitable to Be a Dick on the Internet'

Social media marketing
fromMedium
2 days ago

I watched the manosphere documentary; here is how design is making things worse.

The manosphere thrives on toxic online communities that promote misogyny and anti-feminism, driven by algorithms rewarding controversial content.
Humor
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

Here's What My Woke Teenage Brothers Had To Say About "Into the Manosphere"

Concerns about young males being influenced by the manosphere and traditional gender roles are growing.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Louis Theroux on the Manosphere: 'It's Highly Profitable to Be a Dick on the Internet'

fromThe Atlantic
5 hours ago

Asking the Wrong Questions About Hasan Piker

Piker's refusal to condemn Hamas and his statement about voting for Hamas over Israel have drawn criticism from both the right and left, highlighting the contentious nature of his views.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Inside a growing movement warning AI could turn on humanity

"That requires a bunch of people to go take things that folks here are figuring out and [explain them] to the rest of the world," said Jeffrey Ladish, emphasizing the need for effective communication about AI risks.
US news
LGBT
fromJezebel
1 day ago

Girl Code, Interrupted

Breaking girl code for romance leads to public backlash and highlights societal pressures on women to prioritize relationships over friendships.
fromThe Verge
21 hours ago

Pro-Trump AI influencers are flooding social media.

Experts indicate that the creation of A.I. avatars is becoming easier, particularly for contractors and marketing companies that specialize in developing and dispatching these avatars in bulk.
Artificial intelligence
fromQueerty
1 day ago

From Madonna mayhem to OF age gaps, we're having a very gay group chat - Queerty

Madonna's surprise new single has taken the queer community by storm, showcasing her continued relevance and ability to connect with fans through her music.
SF LGBT
Books
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

A New Kind of Scandal Is Growing Online. It's Ruining Careers-and Aimed at the Wrong Target.

A.I. detection controversies highlight concerns over authorship and the impact of technology on writing.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Is Meghan Markle really the most trolled person in the world? | Arwa Mahdawi

The global energy crisis persists despite Iran reopening the strait of Hormuz, with significant damage to power infrastructure and ongoing criticism of Meghan Markle.
SOMA, SF
fromLGBTQ Nation
21 hours ago

Anti-AI activist charged with firebombing home of gay OpenAI CEO Sam Altman - LGBTQ Nation

A suspect was arrested for a firebombing attempt on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home, driven by fears of artificial intelligence.
Women
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why work still sucks for women

Women face significant workplace challenges, including the gender pay gap, leadership barriers, harassment, and unpaid domestic work responsibilities.
SF parents
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

Could Your Child Be a Member of the Most Dangerous Online Community? What Every Parent Needs to Watch Out For

The True Crime Community is a dangerous online subculture that idolizes mass shooters and has been linked to numerous violent attacks.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

My friend keeps sending me unsettling social media videos. How do I tell her to stop? | Leading questions

Friendship dynamics can shift when communication preferences are not respected, leading to feelings of disconnect.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Rage bait? Elder abuse? Reddit post of abandoned sign has GenXers up in arms.

Blockbuster Video's sign remains a nostalgic relic, provoking strong emotions among Boston residents despite the store's closure.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Fans Accuse Pragmata's Twitch Emote Of Referencing Pedo Meme

Capcom's new Twitch Chat Badge has sparked controversy over alleged inappropriate associations with a meme linked to pedophilia.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Most men who grew up in the 1960s and 70s were taught that admitting you needed help was a character flaw. Finally, we are discovering that openness has its own kind of strength. - Silicon Canals

Men are taught to suppress emotions, leading to loneliness and health issues.
Growth hacking
fromHubspot
2 days ago

8 Ways to Elevate Your Brand as a Creator or Entrepreneur (& Close the Pay Gap)

The global creator economy is projected to reach $1.18 trillion by 2032, significantly impacting minority creators and entrepreneurs.
#meta
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago
Privacy technologies

LGBTQ+ groups warn Meta's facial recognition smartglasses could harm queers & abuse victims - LGBTQ Nation

Privacy technologies
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

LGBTQ+ groups warn Meta's facial recognition smartglasses could harm queers & abuse victims - LGBTQ Nation

A coalition of over 70 activist groups urges Meta to halt its facial recognition feature on smartglasses due to privacy and safety concerns.
#social-media
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Verdict on Social Media Addiction

Recent verdicts against Meta and YouTube indicate social media harm is linked to platform design, particularly affecting adolescents' mental health.
fromEngadget
4 days ago
Mental health

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Most teens report social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat do not harm their mental health, but some experience negative effects on sleep and productivity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Given the toxicity of social media, a moral question now faces all of us: is it still ethical to use it? | Frances Ryan

Social-media platforms have become ethically compromised, amplifying harm, extremism, and exploitation, making responsible posting and platform use increasingly fraught.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Verdict on Social Media Addiction

Recent verdicts against Meta and YouTube indicate social media harm is linked to platform design, particularly affecting adolescents' mental health.
Mental health
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Most teens report social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat do not harm their mental health, but some experience negative effects on sleep and productivity.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Social media companies must step up' on child safety, Starmer says

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for accountability from social media companies regarding child protection.
Careers
fromFast Company
4 days ago

How to spot the red flags of a toxic culture

Workplace culture significantly influences job satisfaction and career success, with toxic environments leading to disengagement and unhappiness.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

The Trump administration is trying to force Reddit to reveal the identity of an online ICE critic

The Trump administration is demanding Reddit user data, seen as an attack on freedom of expression and a violation of constitutional rights.
#openai
fromFuturism
5 days ago
Privacy professionals

Woman Sues OpenAI, Saying ChatGPT Unleashed a Vicious Stalker Against Her and Did Nothing When She Begged for Help

A woman sued OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT exacerbated her stalker's delusions and that the company failed to intervene despite her pleas for help.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

Attacks on Sam Altman's home are extreme. But the AI backlash is going mainstream | Fortune

OpenAI faces increasing public concern and backlash over AI's societal impacts, highlighted by recent violent incidents involving its CEO.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Woman Sues OpenAI, Saying ChatGPT Unleashed a Vicious Stalker Against Her and Did Nothing When She Begged for Help

A woman sued OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT exacerbated her stalker's delusions and that the company failed to intervene despite her pleas for help.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

Attacks on Sam Altman's home are extreme. But the AI backlash is going mainstream | Fortune

OpenAI faces increasing public concern and backlash over AI's societal impacts, highlighted by recent violent incidents involving its CEO.
Marketing tech
fromBloomberglaw
5 days ago

Meta Cases Put Social Media Platforms at Securities Fraud Risk

Social media platforms face new legal challenges regarding their role in facilitating fraudulent securities schemes.
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromDigital Trends
16 hours ago

AI is entering the Skynet debate moment in the social media hype circles

AI doom influencers are reshaping public and policymaker perceptions of artificial intelligence, emphasizing potential risks and worst-case scenarios.
fromFortune
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

From Molotov cocktails to data center shutdowns, the AI backlash is turning revolutionary | Fortune

Recent violent incidents against AI leaders highlight escalating tensions surrounding artificial intelligence and its perceived threats to humanity.
Artificial intelligence
fromDigital Trends
16 hours ago

AI is entering the Skynet debate moment in the social media hype circles

AI doom influencers are reshaping public and policymaker perceptions of artificial intelligence, emphasizing potential risks and worst-case scenarios.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
4 days ago

From Molotov cocktails to data center shutdowns, the AI backlash is turning revolutionary | Fortune

Recent violent incidents against AI leaders highlight escalating tensions surrounding artificial intelligence and its perceived threats to humanity.
SF LGBT
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Influencers Normalizing Not Having Sex

Abstinence from sex is rising among both genders, with young women experiencing a significant increase in celibacy.
Women in technology
fromForbes
2 days ago

Working From Home Isn't Killing Women's Careers. But Corporate Culture Still Might Be.

Remote work is essential for many women, but proximity to the office often leads to better advancement opportunities.
Relationships
fromFortune
2 days ago

Teen boys are dating their AI chatbots-and experts warn opting out of real relationships could hurt their careers in the future | Fortune

Gen Alpha prefers AI relationships for control and ease, risking essential social skills needed for real-life interactions and future careers.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why workplaces need a gendered health approach

For decades, work was designed around a fiction, that of the 'neutral' worker, an abstract individual assumed to be fully available, consistent, rational, and unaffected by bodily constraints. But this neutrality was never real.
Women
#lgbtq
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

Anti-LGBTQ+ activist undresses in board meeting to show how trans kids make people uncomfortable - LGBTQ Nation

Beth Bourne disrupted a school board meeting by removing her clothing to protest trans-inclusive bathroom policies.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Lesbian organization wins appeal in demand to ban trans & bi women from events - LGBTQ Nation

A federal judge in Australia has set aside a ruling allowing the Lesbian Action Group to discriminate against trans and bisexual women, returning the case for reevaluation.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

Anti-LGBTQ+ activist undresses in board meeting to show how trans kids make people uncomfortable - LGBTQ Nation

Beth Bourne disrupted a school board meeting by removing her clothing to protest trans-inclusive bathroom policies.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Lesbian organization wins appeal in demand to ban trans & bi women from events - LGBTQ Nation

A federal judge in Australia has set aside a ruling allowing the Lesbian Action Group to discriminate against trans and bisexual women, returning the case for reevaluation.
Mental health
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

Meghan Markle Reprises Controversial Claim About Trolls

Meghan Markle claims to be the most trolled person in the world, a statement that has faced scrutiny and lacks supporting data.
Digital life
fromFortune
4 days ago

Meet the millennial and Gen Z 'attention activists' who are trying desperately to unplug from their phones | Fortune

A movement is emerging among millennials and Gen Z to reduce screen time and promote real-life interactions over digital distractions.
SF parents
fromBuzzFeed
5 days ago

Jorginho Walked Back His Criticism Of Chappell Roan, But People Are Appalled At His Lack Of Accountability

An incident involving a child and a security guard at a hotel during Lollapalooza left the child shaken after encountering Chappell.
#ai-chatbots
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

AI chatbots are creating new kinds of abuse against women and girls, report says

AI chatbots facilitate new forms of violence and abuse against women and girls by initiating sexual harassment, simulating abusive roleplay, and providing guidance to stalkers.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

AI chatbots are creating new kinds of abuse against women and girls, report says

AI chatbots facilitate new forms of violence and abuse against women and girls by initiating sexual harassment, simulating abusive roleplay, and providing guidance to stalkers.
Artificial intelligence
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

The AI backlash was always going to come - what nobody predicted was that it would come first from the generation born into the technology - Silicon Canals

Gen Z is increasingly skeptical of AI, with a significant drop in excitement and rising concerns about its impact on their work and creativity.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Let's talk about sex in a world of porn | Letter

Straight male authors should embrace writing about sex, but the urgent conversation on sexual knowledge and pleasure is happening outside of literature.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Media coverage of violence against women reaches dismal' low, report finds

The proportion of articles that include terms relating to misogynistic abuse dropped to a dismal 1.3% of all global online news in 2025, the lowest level in that period.
Women in technology
Writing
fromJezebel
1 week ago

The Culture Men Protect With Their Silence

A girl was raped in a hotel while men watched, leading to her trauma and self-doubt, with no charges filed against the perpetrators.
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

The Right Thinks I Don't Exist. The Left Thinks I'm a Liability. I'm Just Trying to Figure Out How to Live.

Transgender individuals in America face increasing legislative attacks, yet embracing authenticity and gender expansiveness is crucial for survival and fulfillment.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
6 days ago

Men And Women Are Debating "The Male Loneliness Epidemic," And It's Incredibly Eye-Opening

Men today experience increased loneliness and isolation due to societal conditioning around masculinity and a narrow focus on romantic validation.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Trans woman leaves role with women's health charity

A trans woman resigned from a women's health charity amid criticism regarding her role and its implications for women's health advocacy.
fromJewish Insider
4 days ago

Instagram fails to remove nearly all reported extremist content after Meta moderation rollback, ADL study finds

The ADL report identified 105 accounts affiliated with white supremacist Nick Fuentes' 'groyper' network, with more than 1.4 million combined followers. Those accounts frequently posted antisemitic conspiracy theories, Holocaust denial and pro-Hitler content.
Social media marketing
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Psychology suggests men who are deeply unhappy in life but hide it well aren't being strong - they're running a performance that costs them every real connection they have, and the people closest to them almost never see it coming - Silicon Canals

Men often mask their depression with busyness and distraction, making it difficult to recognize their true emotional state.
fromApaonline
1 week ago

How to Deal with Online Virtue Signaling

Virtue signaling often manifests in social media posts that aim to elevate one's moral standing without genuine commitment to the cause, leading to frustration among observers.
Philosophy
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Four in five people have experienced abuse or violence at work, research finds

Violence and abuse in the workplace is a critical issue affecting many sectors, with significant underreporting due to normalization and lack of support.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

He brutally killed his trans girlfriend while she slept. Now he's facing the consequences. - LGBTQ Nation

Deandre Bell was arrested for allegedly murdering Davonta Curtis, a Black transgender woman, with a hammer and stealing her belongings.
#misogyny
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Feminists began raising the alarm about the manosphere decades ago and we were ignored | Laurie Penny

Misogyny has been treated as a non-issue for years, despite its serious implications and the rise of online harassment.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Feminists began raising the alarm about the manosphere decades ago and we were ignored | Laurie Penny

Misogyny has been treated as a non-issue for years, despite its serious implications and the rise of online harassment.
Social media marketing
fromWIRED
4 days ago

X's Big Bot Purge Wiped Out a Lot of People's Secret Porn Feeds

X's crackdown on bots has led to the suspension of many human accounts, including those used for private content curation.
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 weeks ago

Why the manosphere has an antisemitism problem

Antisemitism is prevalent in the manosphere, with influencers promoting harmful stereotypes and conspiracy theories about Jews.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Protect men and boys from manosphere influencers, Labour MPs tell Ofcom

Men and boys require protection from harmful online influences, similar to women and girls, according to a group of MPs urging Ofcom for specific guidance.
#online-misogyny
Higher education
fromNature
1 month ago

How I turned online misogyny about my PhD into momentum for my career

A female PhD graduate faced severe online misogyny after celebrating her degree, revealing that women academics are uniquely targeted for sharing professional accomplishments regardless of their field.
Higher education
fromNature
1 month ago

How I turned online misogyny about my PhD into momentum for my career

A female PhD graduate faced severe online misogyny after celebrating her degree, revealing that women academics are uniquely targeted for sharing professional accomplishments regardless of their field.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
4 days ago

There's a curious phenomenon happening in the marketing industry. Is it a sign of 'masculinization'?

Marketing is experiencing a rebranding trend to attract more men, with traditional roles being given technical titles.
Social media marketing
fromAxios
4 days ago

The first AI-era war is a "slopaganda" battle to control memes

AI-generated content is rapidly spreading propaganda, making it easier for influencers to adopt conspiracy theories.
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Social media was once a great global conversation. Now it's just individuals locked into their own private worlds | Tom Whyman

Twitter once felt like a global conversation platform that shaped personal relationships and values, but usage has significantly declined over time.
LGBT
fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

An underage "gay" scandal is tearing apart the manosphere & the girls are fighting - Queerty

Louis Theroux's documentary on toxic masculinity has sparked significant online interest, particularly regarding figures like Andrew Tate and Sneako.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere review why doesn't he focus more on the impact on women?

Louis Theroux's documentary on the manosphere adopts a more direct, confrontational approach than his typical style, moving beyond performative naivety to meaningfully challenge online misogyny influencers and their anti-women red pill ideology.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Women who speak out must be exterminated': the rising tide of digital violence facing Ethiopian activists

Yordanos Bezabih, an Ethiopian women's rights activist, faces severe online threats and has left Ethiopia for her safety.
Women in technology
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Sheryl Sandberg takes on tradwives and the manosphere | Fortune

Lean In is shifting focus to counter the rise of tradwives and hyper-aggressive masculinity in response to societal changes.
fromTalkNats.com
2 months ago

The on-line bullies in the sports talk world | TalkNats.com

You must be a TalkNats Subscriber to access this content. Subscribers have access to exclusive content on the TalkNats website and can engage in discussions with other Nats fans.
Washington Nationals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I'm putting tech firms on notice: deal with the appalling abuse of women online or we will deal with you | Keir Starmer

Tackling violence against women and girls is not just a priority for my government. It is central to who I am. Before entering politics, when I led the Crown Prosecution Service as director of public prosecutions, I worked with victims of rape, domestic abuse and sexual violence, and I saw, up close, the lifelong damage these crimes cause. And I learned that when systems fail victims, the harm does not end, it deepens.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Abusers using AI and digital tech to attack and control women, charity warns

Record numbers of women who were abused and controlled through technology were referred to Refuge's specialist services during the last three months of 2025, including a 62% increase in the most complex cases to total 829 women. There was also a 24% increase in referrals of under-30s. Recent cases included perpetrators using wearable tech such as smartwatches, Oura rings and Fitbits to track and stalk women, disrupting their lives through smart home devices that control lights and heating, and using AI spoofing apps to impersonate people.
Public health
Miscellaneous
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Everyone Speaks Incel Now

Incel terminology like 'maxxing' has spread from isolated online communities into mainstream media and broader internet culture through viral slang mutation.
US politics
fromNieman Lab
2 months ago

How The New York Times uses a custom AI tool to track the "manosphere"

Right-wing influencers publicly criticized President Trump after the Justice Department declined to release additional Jeffrey Epstein investigation files.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Why I'm launching a feminist video games website in 2026

A worker-owned, subscriber-funded gaming publication named Mothership will center gender, identity, and feminist-focused reporting, criticism, investigations, and historical coverage.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Manosphere Breaks Containment

Their very existence is proof of something not working. And so, in a way, their project is to exist, to be seen, to be popular. That's why he's going to say the N-word on stream. That's why he's going to read the humiliating text from his father on stream. It's a total commitment to that project. Because I think his existence just sort of proves that the gatekeepers are gone.
Digital life
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

26 Social Burdens Women Shoulder That Are Completely Exhausting

Putting on makeup. Like, we're supposed to disguise ourselves; otherwise, people think we didn't take this outing seriously, didn't care enough, or didn't act professionally. In some ways, beauty standards are social obligations. Keeping up with nails, clothes, hair, etc., that's almost an expectation in some relationships.
Women
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Surely if you rule the manosphere, you can be your own boss? These influencers aren't even that | Elle Hunt

Influencer careers promise freedom and wealth but often deliver banal, soul-destroying work that traps creators as effectively as traditional employment.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

How Online Frat Mobs Target Sexual Assault Survivors

A University of Florida student was allegedly gang raped; the assault was recorded, circulated online, turned into memes, and the victim faced harassment and doxxing.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Hate Behind the Screen

Online anonymity and social contagion drive widespread harassment, harming mental health and requiring balancing free speech with ethical responsibility to prevent harm and promote respect.
Women in technology
fromHuffPost
1 month ago

Is This Type Of Man Worse Than Any Gold Digger? The Internet Seems To Think So

A 'labor digger' is a man who pursues ambitious women to benefit from their drive and labor, contrasting with gold diggers who seek established wealth.
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