Abusers using AI and digital tech to attack and control women, charity warns
Exclusive: Smartwatches, Oura rings, smart home devices and Fitbits being weaponised, says RefugeDomestic abusers are increasingly using AI, smartwatches and other technology to attack and control their victims, a domestic abuse charity says.Record numbers of women who were abused and controlled...
<p>Exclusive: Smartwatches, Oura rings, smart home devices and Fitbits being weaponised, says Refuge</p><p>Domestic abusers are increasingly using AI, smartwatches and other technology to attack and control their victims, a domestic abuse charity says.</p><p>Record numbers of women who were abused and controlled through technology were referred to Refuge’s specialist services during the last three months of 2025, including a 62% increase in the most complex cases to total 829 women. There was also a 24% increase in referrals of under-30s.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/jan/30/abusers-using-ai-and-digital-tech-to-attack-and-control-women-charity-warns">Continue reading...</a>
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