In this episode, we’ll be discussing an important topic that affects everyone — cybersecurity.

From hacking to online scams, there’s a lot to watch out for when using technology and being online. We’ll be asking key questions about staying safe online, how to spot and avoid scams, and how keep our information secure.  

To get some advice, Webwise Youth Panelist Shriya was joined by Cybersecurity Expert Dr. Hazel Murray. 

As teens, lots of us get our information from social media, and following influencers can be a great way to discover content that we are interested in, to get tips, inspiration, and be entertained. 

We know that many of these influencers team up with brands to promote products or services, but what are the rules around this, and how can you spot an ad or a paid post online? 

To find out more, Ishani spoke to Orla Twomey, CEO of the Advertising Standards Authority. 

From Chatbots that have human-like conversations, to AI that creates new images, music or videos - GenAI is becoming increasingly common in our everyday lives. 

While it can help spark creativity and improve efficiency, this technology also poses challenges. 

One major concern is the spread of mis and dis information, as GenAI can generate realistic fake content that is indistinguishable from reality. 

To discuss this, and more, Webwise Youth Panelist Lauren spoke to Mark Little. 

In Part 2 of this episode, they discuss AI and education, algorithms, the opportunities in the future, and advice for young people.

But Lauren begins by asking him about regulation of AI.

From Chatbots that have human-like conversations, to AI that creates new images, music or videos - GenAI is becoming increasingly common in our everyday lives. 

While it can help spark creativity and improve efficiency, this technology also poses challenges. 

One major concern is the spread of mis and dis information, as GenAI can generate realistic fake content that is indistinguishable from reality. 

To discuss this, and more, Webwise Youth Panelist Lauren spoke to Mark Little.

Mark is a journalist and entrepreneur who founded the social news agency Storyful and the content moderation company Kinzen. He has also previously worked for RTÉ, and is widely recognized for his contributions to journalism and media innovation. 

In this episode we are going to be exploring a topic that has been getting a lot of attention lately: the "manosphere."  

In the last few years we have seen the rise in popularity of divisive influencers such as Andrew Tate, sparking debate and controversy around masculinity, relationships, and gender dynamics. 

But how might this affect teenagers? And what are the consequences? 

To learn more, and to get advice for teens, Webwise Youth Panelist Shriya chatted to Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytical Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor. 

In Part 2 of this episode, Shriya begins by asking if the tech companies have a role to play in highlighting moderate views online?

In this episode we are going to be exploring a topic that has been getting a lot of attention lately: the "manosphere."  

In the last few years we have seen the rise in popularity of divisive influencers such as Andrew Tate, sparking debate and controversy around masculinity, relationships, and gender dynamics. 

But how might this affect teenagers? And what are the consequences? 

To learn more, and to get advice for teens, Webwise Youth Panelist Shriya chatted to Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytical Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor. 

Every time we go online, we're giving away information about ourselves.

But just how much data are companies collecting from us and what rights do we have in relation to our personal data? 

An important protection for all of us is GDPR which came into effect in 2018 and is designed to protect personal data linked to individuals. 

In this episode Webwise Youth Panelist Alannah is joined by Jennifer Dolan, Assistant Commissioner (Head of Children's Data Protection Policy) in the Data Protection Commission. 

The Data Protection Commission is the Irish supervisory authority for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

There have been big steps forward in AI over the past decade.

From online shopping to streaming platform, or using the apps on our phones – AI is already changing how we live, learn, and work.

One of the AI developments that has attracted a lot of attention since it came on the scene late last year is ChatGPT. 

With people excited about the possibilities that it may provide, but also sparking a lot of ethical concerns too.To find out more, Webwise Youth Panellist Emma spoke to Science and Technology journalist Elaine Burke.

Elaine is host of the For Tech’s Sake podcast, a co-production from Silicon Republic and The HeadStuff Podcast Network.

In part 2, Emma talks to Elaine about exciting developments in AI generally, and steps to regulate it.

There have been big steps forward in AI over the past decade.

From online shopping to streaming platform, or using the apps on our phones – AI is already changing how we live, learn, and work.

One of the AI developments that has attracted a lot of attention since it came on the scene late last year is ChatGPT. 

With people excited about the possibilities that it may provide, but also sparking a lot of ethical concerns too.
To find out more, Webwise Youth Panellist Emma spoke to Science and Technology journalist Elaine Burke.

Elaine is host of the For Tech’s Sake podcast, a co-production from Silicon Republic and The HeadStuff Podcast Network.

In part 1, Emma chats to Elaine about how ChatGPT generates content, the benefits it can provide, its limitations, and challenges that it presents.

The rapid expansion of the Internet within society has led to marked changes in the way individuals communicate, think and live their lives. Traditionally we got our news from trusted sources, journalists and media outlets that are required to follow strict codes of practice. However, the internet has enabled a whole new way to publish, share and consume information and news with very little regulation or editorial standards. This has led to rapid spreading of mis/disinformation, amplification of extremist/radical views and conspiracy theories. 

Recent events here in Ireland indicate a rise in far right radicalisation that plays on local concerns and national issues. We have seen far right activists weaponize social media platforms to incite fear, anger and increasingly racist commentary.

While, the popularity of online personalities, who promote controversial ideologies, misogyny and extreme agendas has caused concerns about the influence they have on their followers.

So, is online extremism growing in Ireland, and what is its influence?

Webwise Youth Panelist, Eoin, speaks to Ciarán O'Connor, Senior Analyst at the London-based Institute for Strategic Dialogue, an organisation that researches disinformation, extremism and hate online.