📸 Warning about the dangers of sharing children's photos on the internet; when artificial intelligence becomes a real threat 🤖 In today's world, sharing sweet childhood moments on social media has become a daily habit for many parents. 👶💬 However, behind these cute and emotional images lies a bitter and concerning reality that researchers are warning about. ⚠️ According to new research from the University of Southampton, children whose images are regularly shared by their parents online are at a greater risk in the future of internet abuse, cyberbullying, identity theft, and even digital extortion. 💻🔒 This phenomenon, referred to as "sharenting," appears harmless and natural; however, experts say that by indiscriminately posting photos and videos of their children, parents inadvertently pave the way for their entry into a world of cyber harms. 🌍🚨 🧠 Experts' warning: "The internet never forgets" "Rani Gounder," the director of online safety policy at the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC), stated in an interview with the BBC: > "These findings indicate that extensive sharing of children's images can jeopardize their safety, privacy, and mental health." She emphasized that many parents unknowingly share sensitive personal information about their children's lives with the world — from their place of residence to their faces, ages, and daily habits — which could one day be used against the child. 🧩🔍 🤖 When artificial intelligence blurs the lines of reality Perhaps the most concerning aspect of this issue is the entry of artificial intelligence into this realm. According to Keri Smith, the head of the Online Safety Foundation: > "In the darkest corners of the internet, we see criminals who can create hyper-realistic fake and nude images of a child using just a few simple and ordinary photos. These images are so natural that they are indistinguishable from reality." These types of images, generated with advanced algorithms, can lay the groundwork for extortion, threats, and online sexual blackmail — a phenomenon that has seen a significant rise in recent years. 🚫💔 🧒 The online space is not safe, even for innocent children Cybersecurity experts have warned that children, especially in their early years, should not have any digital footprint. Any image or video published on the internet may still be accessible decades later and may not be completely removable. 🕵️‍♀️📱 In fact, parents who today are merely seeking to share a moment of joy may inadvertently alter their child's privacy future forever. 🧭 Recommended solutions from experts 🔐 Researchers suggest that parents consider the following points before sharing any images of their child: 1. 📍 Never mention exact locations or identifying information in captions or locations. 2. 🚫 Avoid sharing semi-nude or private images (such as in a pool, at the beach, or while sleeping). 3. 💬 If they wish to share, only post in closed and secure family groups. 4. ⏳ Remember: the internet never forgets. 👁‍🗨 In a world where the line between reality and forgery is collapsing due to artificial intelligence, parents' responsibility to protect their children's faces and digital identities is heavier than ever.