In line with the Online Safety Act, this workshop offers a comprehensive exploration of the evolving landscape of online safety, focusing on the current state of Safety Tech and reviewing the typology of online harms. Taking stock to assess the current state of Safety Tech: its achievements, limitations, and areas for improvement, and analyse it’s impact and effectiveness for new regulatory standards such as the Online Safety Act. Join this discussion to be part of the conversation, fostering a dialogue about the future directions of Safety Tech and regulatory frameworks.

• Safety Tech Evolution: Exploring the development of Safety Tech, including AI moderation tools, encryption practices, and user safety features.
• Online Safety Act Analysis: Deep dive into the Online Safety Act, examining its enforcement, compliance, and influence on user experience and rights.
• Proportionality: Assessing your risk in line with new regulation and finding technology that is right for your requirements
• Challenges and Controversies: Addressing the ethical dilemmas and privacy concerns arising from Safety Tech and legislative measures.
• Global Perspectives: Comparing and contrasting international approaches to online safety regulation.
• Evolving Online Harms: Insights into distinct types of AI harms, including deepfakes, algorithmic bias, and AI-generated misinformation.
• Policy & Tech: Collaborating with policy development leaders to align on your holistic Trust & Safety strategy
• Future Pathways: Envisioning the future of online safety, considering technological advancements and potential legislative changes.

This session explores emerging tech trends that are transforming the field, including Generative AI, Computer Vision, and Digital Forensics. Discover how this nascent suite of tools can help you reshape your Trust & Safety tech stack.

• Exploring the capabilities of Generative AI for a force for good in content creation and moderation.
• Discussing the role of Computer Vision in image and video analysis for identifying harmful content, detecting deepfakes, and enhancing user safety.
• Examining how Digital Forensics techniques are used to investigate online incidents, trace sources of harm, and gather evidence for enforcement.
• Delving into the integration of these technologies into your operations and address ethical considerations related to their use.
• Highlighting real-world applications and case studies showcasing the impact of these emerging technologies in Trust & Safety.