Committee of Supply 2023 debate, Day 3: Baey Yam Keng on online safety for vulnerable groups
Vulnerable groups are disproportionately affected by harmful online content which includes hate speech, cyberbullying, harassment, scams, fraud and predatory behaviour, said Senior Parliamentary Secretary Baey Yam Keng. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday (Feb 28), he pointed out that the vulnerable groups are not just the elderly who are "digital dinosaurs" but could be young adults who may be familiar with technology but lack the maturity, life experiences and alertness to protect themselves. He said frequent exposure will also increase the opportunities for those with malicious intent. Mr Baey urged the Government to raise awareness and work with the respective communities and organisations to protect vulnerable individuals from online harm.
Vulnerable groups are disproportionately affected by harmful online content which includes hate speech, cyberbullying, harassment, scams, fraud and predatory behaviour, said Senior Parliamentary Secretary Baey Yam Keng. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday (Feb 28), he pointed out that the vulnerable groups are not just the elderly who are "digital dinosaurs" but could be young adults who may be familiar with technology but lack the maturity, life experiences and alertness to protect themselves. He said frequent exposure will also increase the opportunities for those with malicious intent. Mr Baey urged the Government to raise awareness and work with the respective communities and organisations to protect vulnerable individuals from online harm.
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