Two teenagers charged with murder of Brianna Ghey
- Two 15-year-olds have been charged with the murder of transgender teenager Brianna Ghey.
- Detectives initially investigating the case said there was no evidence to suggest that the crime was “hate-related”.
- Cheshire police later stated they were looking at whether the stabbing was carried out as a hate crime.
- For more on this story, please visit the Independent’s website.
Omegle: Suing the website that matched me with my abuser
- M vs Omegle is a case that could pave the way for being the first time a tech platform is on trial for the way it has been built.
- The legal team involved argues that Omegle became a “hunting ground” for predators due to its random matching system, lack of warnings or age verification.
- This case could force changes to the design of Omegle and compensate the victim taking Omegle to court for the production of CSAM.
- Omegle could also face legal action in the UK if the Online Safety Bill is passed.
- For more on this story, please visit the BBC News website.
Wales funds push for digital learning in further educations
- The Welsh Government have announced an additional £8 million in funding to support digital learning in the Welsh education sector.
- They hope that Further Education (FE) colleges respond to the fund and invest in equipment and infrastructure to support digital learning.
- The Minister for Education hope to see FE at the edge of innovation and leading in creativity and collaboration.
- Steps have been taken to begin using digital and IT services to innovate teaching practices across numerous subject areas including hair and beauty and performing arts.
- Scott Morgan, Head of Digital Innovation and IT services at Bridgend college said there are many more exciting uses to be explored in the future.
- For more on this story, please visit the UK Authority’s website.
