Assignment 1(Tech Abuse)

Name – Sanjamdeep Singh

Q. Research about the case of Justine Sacco. Write a 300 word summary of the incident and what you think about the
case.

A. The case Pour light on many Dimensions from Responsible Social Media Conduct to digital backlash.

Justine Sacco ,a PR executive became infamous Worldwide in 2013 due to a tweet she posted before getting onto a flight
to South Africa. She tweeted—"Going to Africa. Hope I don’t get AIDS. Just kidding. I’m white!"—
Although she meant it to be satire but Due to Lack of parameters and Receiving by people, she faced criticism . This later
resulted in the suspension of her job, Individual and professional Decline.

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This issue Have multiple dimensions -:

1-. Chain reaction , Global reach and interest attraction Algorithm of Social Media
- Hastag Campaign amplified the news to Global audience in no time.
And As a human tendency, people uselessly engage and passed on commentary.

2- Underestimating The Public platform power and Lack of Proper tone and context
Her tweet Whereas showcases The Stereotypes prevalent in Different societies, It highlights the Supremacist And Bias
nature amongst different cultures. Despite her Posting it as a joke, she lacked any context and Painted whole african
Populace with some particular Notion.

3-: Immoral approach by corporates , and No opportunity for Clarification

Usually, such victims don't find any Support for the rescue. And rather than Upholding Worker Security, Companies
usually Keep their profits Interests Primary. The Outrage Resulted Into Her Suspension from PR job which could have been
handled with wisdom.

4- Her isolation and Similar Issue existing today

She was Given a mob justice which might had Serious impact on her mental Health. People still Indulge in this shit on
social media and many more victims erupt due to this.

To avoid Such Events, we need to Introspect as a Individual and as a Society level too

1. Think Before You Post

- Always consider how your words may be interpreted, Be specific and One may use other Conventional and diplomatic
methods to convey their satire.
2. The Complex of Cultural Sensitivities
- Certain topics (race, health crises, History etc.) need Consensus , interpretation and mature phrasing.

Corporates can derive this from the case-:

1. Social Media Training
- Employees, especially those in PR, should receive training on responsible behavior on every front
2. Balanced Crisis Management
- Proper Means should be explored before taking extreme steps like firing employees.
3- Reasressal by Social Media Apps
AI Integration, community notes(on X) and support system can be further deployed to tackle such Issues

Learnings for the Society

1. Encouraging Nuanced Discussions
- Social media users should be encouraged to seek clarification before jumping to outrage.
2. Avoid Digital Mob Mentality
- People as a whole should not involve in digital shaming , they can be next target too
3- Constructive handling of the issue-
Efforts should me made for host to Learn from their mistakes.

- Encouraging Critical Thinking:

Digital literacy, responsible engagement and Fact checking should be Involved in curriculum, thus ensuring the emotional
intelligence too

- Media Should not use issues for views purposes and Making trends, Rather should explore amd present all sides
.
- The Quest for Forgiveness and Redemption
People who make mistakes online should be given a fair chance to present and transform before being "canceled."

The case Thus Tells us About the Required conduct on social media, Digital empathy and Requirment to engage on all
levels rather than using technology irresponsibly whether On a individual level or On a macro level

Q.What are the various ways in which the abuser can keep a track of person online? List all the possible ways.

A. A person can stoop to any level and hence breaching someone’s personal digital privacy is common these days.

Usually, Ex- Partners, Oppositions, Members engaged in Family Dispute, or For official purposes, a individual is tracked.
Here are some ways-:

1- Using Smart IoT Devices

Hacking smart Home devices and by crook methods, getting acces to cloud storage

2- Location Tracking
3- Accessing the metadata pb several social media apps and using them to counter the Victim

3-Phone, Email and other social Media apps

Usually Close friends who have access to devices can Resort to this-

Checking Call logs or Multiple account logins without person’s permission

4-Data from Online Transactions

Collecting data from E-commerce platforms like Amazon, Cab Apps etc or Getting access to bank statements

4- Manipulation on Social Media

People tend to duplicate someone close To Get Confidential Information

6-Putting AI, Chatbots to Collect Data

Nowadays, Some trained People can Also Exploit someone’s privacy by using emerging technologies

One should be vigilant on social media and use Methods like Timely Revisiting, Encryption , Spyware check on regular
basis

Q.What is the process of deleting your location history or web activity history in gmail? List the process

A.For deleting location history associated With Gmail account -:

Google Maps > Your Timeline > Settings and Privacy > Delete all location history with Range

For Deleting Web History –

Search for Google My Activity > Select Delete Activity By > Range > Confirm

Q.What is the process of enhancing your privacy in Facebook? List all the steps.

A.To Enhance Privacy And security on Facebook, these steps can be taken-

1- Restricting the Third Party Apps Access and Ad Centre

Apps can be connected with Other platform Specific account instead (Eg- Microsoft apps can use the associated Microsoft
Account)

2-Securing Profile Privacy

Sensitive information or other Details Access can be Turned on to “Only Me”

2- Using Facebook’s Privacy Checkup

All Tools for Regulating the privacy are available under one window.

3- Disabling Facebook Activity Tracking

Future activity, History And Activity data collection can be turned off in settings
Q. Find the top 10 applications on mobiles for casual dating.

A Some widely used apps are listed below. Matrimony apps although have further usage base and differs from the
Domain-:

• Tinder

•TrulyMadly

• Bumble

• Badoo

• QuackQuack

• Flutrr

• Mingle 2

• Woo

• Aisle

• Tantan

Q. List recent cases of use of fake images or deepfakes impacting people in real life.

A.Celebrities and influential people usually have faced devastating Effects due to Social media ecosystem

Some prominent Examples Include –

1- Suicide by South Korean Actress Kim-Sae-Ron

She Choose to die because of relentless Cyber Bullying Post her Drunk and Drive Led Accident

2- Carryminati YouTube Video Removal

Famous Indian Youtuber Video roasting Some Influencers was removed by YouTube leading To Outrage by Fans. It was
based upon YouTube Supremacy over Tiktok.

3- India Got Latent 2025 Case

Prominent Youth influencers Ranveer Allahabad And Samay Raina Are facing Collosal Criticism both on Social Media and
by legislature. This led To the removal of All Show related content on YouTube and Back to back apologies by both

Q.List top tools available online for spying on phones and computer systems.

A. Some widely used apps are listed below. Matrimony apps although have further usage base and differs from the
Domain-:

• Tinder

•TrulyMadly

• Bumble

• Badoo
• QuackQuack

• Flutrr

• Mingle 2

• Woo

• Aisle

• Tantan

Q Which country has witnessed most deaths due to selfies? List 5 incidents.

Country with the Most Selfie-Related Deaths: India

India has recorded the highest number of selfie-related deaths globally. A study published in *Journal of Family Medicine
and Primary Care* (2018) found that from 2011 to 2017, over 250 deaths occurred due to risky selfies, with India leading
the count. The reasons include dangerous locations like cliffs, railway tracks, and water bodies.

5 Notable Selfie-Related Death Cases in India

1-. Drowning in a Reservoir (2023, Tamil Nadu)

- A group of six friends was taking selfies near the Pambar dam in Tamil Nadu. Friend fell into the water body
rescuing their Counterparts and thus 4 people were drowned

2. Falling from a Cliff (2022, Maharashtra)

- A 22-year-old man was taking a selfie at the Lingmala Waterfall in Mahabaleshwar , he lodt balance and fell into the
Deep valley.

3. Hit by a Train (2021, Uttar Pradesh)

- A group of three men in Mathura Were hit by A Train , although They were warned by Bystanders .

4. Electrocution on a Moving Train (2018, West Bengal)

- A 16-year-old boy died due to electrocution When he was taking selfie on a stationary train.

5. Boat Capsizing During Selfie (2017, Karnataka)

- Group of Students drowned in Bengaluru as they were unable to swim post the incident took place

Q. List 5 consequences / risks of sexting

A. There are several long term devastating consequences of engaging in it

The main Result is it Affects the relationship and reputation negatively, Partners lose trust, which lead to frequent
Quarrels.

2- Involved person usually can’t focus and do Daily Work With full commitment. Fear and Vices Often pose obstruction.

4- Professional Damage

Incident getting viral Often leads to it’s wide discussion on media, thus leading to bullying and Lose of Career.
 5- Deteriorated Mental Health

Often such people Have prolonged huikty, thus suicidal or self harm thoughts. Society should take initiative to provide
them more chances to transform.

6- Cyber Exploitation

Data May be used for extortion, blackmailing, Thus one should refrain from Engaging in it if he/sge is truly in mind