[Released 3/31] beME Releases Awareness Video Depicting 'Sextortion' Victims, Which is Rapidly Increasing Among Gen Z

RightsTech Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo) has released an awareness video on its AI-powered online harm prevention platform, "beME," depicting the "sextortion" victimization that is rapidly increasing among Gen Z.

This content uses concrete examples to clearly explain typical tactics targeting young people, the progression of victimization, key points for prevention, and the initial steps to take in the event that one becomes a victim.

Detailed Case Study: Online Harm Targeting Gen Z: "Sextortion Edition"

What is "Sextortion" targeting Gen Z? Sextortion is a criminal act in which perpetrators feign intimacy through social media or chat apps to induce victims to send sexual images or videos, and then threaten to "spread them" or "send them to family and friends" to demand money or further sexual content. In recent years, there has been a trend where victims are concentrated in their teens to early 20s, making it a serious social issue both domestically and internationally.

Main content covered in this video: - Typical tactics and progression patterns of sextortion - Psychological triggers that make one susceptible to victimization - Action guidelines to prevent victimization - Initial steps to take when victimization occurs - The importance of safely preserving evidence and consulting with experts

Challenges addressed by RightsTech - Regarding digital sexual violence Three million people worldwide have experienced digital sexual abuse or defamation. 90% of victims are unable to speak out and remain silent. Only 10% were able to access the right experts to seek support. Furthermore, 70% of victims did not have sufficient evidence preserved to pursue legal action, leaving lawyers unable to assist. Only 1% of victims have been able to access legal proceedings.

RightsTech Inc. Website: https://rights-tech.jp/

About beME beME provides one-stop support for digital sexual violence, including detection, consultation, deletion assistance, and legal support. By collaborating with law firms and personal cyber insurance providers in various countries and regions, we continue our efforts to eliminate the suffering caused by online sexual violence and defamation.

Official Website: https://www.beme-online.com/

Inquiries regarding this matter RightsTech Inc. Email: info@beme-online.com