Sexual abuse support service for children raises 'concern' about impact of AI 

Cari, which deals with children up to age 12, says it is “deeply concerned” at the effect AI technology will have.

A sexual abuse treatment service for young children has been inundated with new referrals, including an unprecedented surge in cases involving harmful sexual behaviour among children.

Children at Risk in Ireland (Cari) believes increased exposure to online pornography, online grooming, and image-based abuse is having a “real impact” on young children.