Explain two acts/laws that are currently in place to address cyberbullying.
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Apr 12
1. The Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA): SOPA is a United States bill introduced in 2011 that aimed to combat online piracy and copyright infringement. While not specifically targeting cyberbullying, SOPA included provisions that would allow law enforcement to take action against websites that host or facilitate cyberbullying activities. The bill faced significant opposition and was ultimately shelved, but it highlighted the government's recognition of the need to address harmful online behavior.
2. The Protecting Canadians from Online Crime Act: This Canadian law, also known as Bill C-13, was passed in 2014 and includes provisions to address cyberbullying. The law makes it illegal to distribute intimate images of a person without their consent, which is a common tactic used by cyberbullies to harass and intimidate their victims. The law also provides law enforcement with tools to investigate and prosecute individuals who engage in cyberbullying activities.