Kerala Unveils Cyber Safety Protocol 2026 to Safeguard Students in AI Era

• Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) launched 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' to secure students in the AI era.
• The comprehensive framework aims to ensure a safe digital learning environment and robust cyber defenses for public school students.
• Protocol addresses AI-driven challenges and cybercrimes, providing directives for institutional heads, teachers, parents, and students.
• It includes 13 core objectives like fostering awareness of Generative AI risks and 25 safety guidelines for students, 16 for parents.
• Integrates IT Act 2000, DPDP Act 2023, POCSO Act, and addresses 20 major cyber threats including deepfakes and AI grooming.