AI-Generated Child Abuse Material Surge Sparks Global Safety and Blackmail Fears (opens in new tab)

Experts are raising alarm over a sharp rise in AI-generated child sexual abuse material online, warning that criminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence to manipulate innocent photos of children\. Reports suggest such content surged by 14% in 2025, fuelling fears of online blackmail, exploitation, and digital abuse\. In the United Kingdom, some experts are now urging schools to remove students’ photos from websites and social media to reduce risks linked to AI misuse and cyber ex...