InterLink Initiative

Tag: social engineering

  • Multiplier Event- Helsinki

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    Boris Dimkar
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    Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared ideas, and engaged so enthusiastically in the discussions and activities. Seeing so much energy and interest around online safety, phishing awareness, and social engineering was truly inspiring! While this event marks the official closing of AIwareness, it’s not goodbye — it’s see you soon! The mission doesn’t…

  • Multiplier Event for AIwareness

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    Why Digital Resilience Can’t Wait: Inside the AIWARENESS Final Multiplier Event Artificial Intelligence has changed the landscape for online safety. A voice on the phone can now belong to no one at all. A stranger’s face can be stitched onto a picture and be used as a blackmail. For young people growing up entirely inside…

  • The current situation in Finland and what youth workers should know

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    This segment is part of the AIwareness project e-toolkit, a resource developed to help youth workers understand emerging AI-related risks and confidently address them in workshops with young people. This section focuses on the current situation in Finland and what facilitators should keep in mind when preparing sessions on this topic. With the rapid development…

  • What’s missing in current Erasmus+ & EU online safety materials?

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    Our analysis reveals several important gaps that still need attention: 🔹 Hands-on AI recognition for youthVery few resources help young people practically understand how generative AI works or how to spot deepfakes in interactive, age-appropriate workshops. 🔹 Phishing simulations for youth workWhile phishing simulators exist for schools and workplaces, the youth sector lacks ready-made, low-cost…

  • What did we find about online safety resources in Europe?

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    Our review highlights three key insights: Strong foundations exist – Several well-tested Erasmus+ toolkits already support online safety, phishing prevention, and digital security through interactive and peer-based approaches (e.g. SALTO and KA2 projects). EU-level platforms matter – Hubs like Better Internet for Kids, Safer Internet Centres, and the European Youth Portal provide reliable, up-to-date materials…

  • Risks and needs

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    AI— especially generative AI — amplifies social engineering threats by making scams, phishing, and deepfakes more convincing. Deepfakes and AI-generated media erode public trust and information integrity, posing serious risks to privacy, identity, and societal cohesion. Detecting deepfakes and AI-based fraud remains a technical and forensic challenge — meaning that raising awareness, digital literacy, and…

  • AIwearness

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    🎉 Exciting News 🎉 We are thrilled to announce our first project, AIwearness 🌍✨ This is a monumental milestone for us, as it marks the beginning of an incredible journey toward building a safer community. With this grant, we aim to connect diverse communities, empower individuals through education on safety and AI. Our mission is…