Welcome to cyberhate in society website!
Cyberhate and cyberharassment have become pressing concerns for policymakers, decision-makers, and citizens alike. At the Emerging Technologies Lab, we have conducted extensive research on these critical issues through several projects.
Our work provides evidence-based insights into cyberhate, cyberharassment, and cybercrime, examining these phenomena from multiple perspectives, including hate speech, victimization, offending, and online extremism. We explore these challenges across various levels of society, including the workplace, to better understand their impact and inform effective solutions.
Hate and harassment in cyberspace and society
Cyberhate and cyberharassment have become increasingly common, raising significant concerns among policymakers, decision-makers, and citizens. While these issues are not new and are rooted in various historical contexts, the 2010s witnessed an alarming surge in overt expressions of hate and harassment. This trend has continued into the 2020s, underlining the persistent and evolving nature of these challenges in the present day.
This escalation is largely attributed to growing societal tensions and shifts in communication culture, driven by the rise of the Internet in the 2000s and the subsequent proliferation of social media. Understanding the complex dynamics of cyberhate and cyberharassment is essential for developing effective responses. By exploring these phenomena, we can uncover their underlying causes, inform legal and policy strategies, and work towards meaningful solutions to mitigate their impact on individuals and society.
