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Child sexual abuse material detection

The use of automated hash-matching systems to detect known child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and the limitations and challenges associated with this approach.

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Jan 18, 2026

How do automated hash‑matching systems work and what are their limits in identifying CSAM?

Automated hash‑matching systems detect known child sexual abuse material (CSAM) by converting media into compact "hashes" and comparing them to databases of verified CSAM hashes, enabling fast, scalab...

Jan 14, 2026

How have deepfakes been used in medical misinformation campaigns and what forensic tools detect them?

Deepfakes have moved from novelty to a weapon in health disinformation campaigns, impersonating clinicians, fabricating endorsements for supplements, and even altering medical images—tactics documente...