It’s National DNA Day!

Here, GBI Crime Lab Director Cleveland Miles shows how to extract DNA from a strawberry. It's great to show the next generation the wonders of science.

DNA is what makes us who we are.

A9. Talk to your teens about why it is NOT a joke to “nudify” the image of another person. Emphasize that intimate images of anyone, real or AI, should NEVER be shared – the victimization of another should instead ALWAYS be reported. #CAPM24

A9. We know that minors are curious, & these apps may pique their curiosity. Therefore, educating them on the potential risks of generating these images without consent is important. Similar to sexting, help them understand the risks & prevent harmful consequences. #CAPM24

A9. The rise of 'nudify' apps raises serious concerns, especially for minors. These tools can easily facilitate cyberbullying, harassment, and exploitation.

We must acknowledge the harm to children victimized by 'nudify apps’. #CAPM24

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children A9. Education & awareness, implementing parental controls and privacy settings, & reporting is crucial. Advocating for stronger regulations to address the misuse of AI is another way we can protect minors from potential risks. #CAPM24

A8. Once an image is sent, that teen loses choice, consent and control over where it ends up.

It's easy to think it won’t happen to you or someone you know... but if it does, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children is here to help. Visit takeitdown.ncmec.org #CAPM24

A7: Encountering AI CSAM normalizes child sexual abuse, trivializes the suffering of survivors, and desensitizes both offenders and non-offenders. Companies should block the upload and sharing of all CSAM to protect children. #CAPM24

A7. Generative AI can be used to create explicit “deep fakes” using real images & videos, causing real harm to the children depicted & their families. Protect yourself by limiting images you share online, especially on publicly facing sites. #CAPM24