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August 10, 2026
FBI and NCAA Launch Initiative to Combat Sextortion of Student-Athletes
- The FBI and NCAA announced a joint initiative to combat the growing risks of sextortion and digital threats facing student-athletes.
- The program focuses on educating athletes about phishing, password theft, and the dangers of sharing personal information online.
- Increased visibility from name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals makes athletes more vulnerable to exploitation.
- The initiative aims to provide educational outreach to enhance digital safety and support for affected individuals.
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- FBI teams with the NCAA to help athletes avoid sexual exploitationAug 10, 2026 at 10:28 PM · ABC News
- The FBI and NCAA join forces against student-athlete sextortionAug 11, 2026 at 9:43 AM · Independent