Do Online Access Imperatives Violate Duty of Care? | by Stephen Cobb | Nov, 2023

The concept of a “digital exposome” refers to all the tools, platforms, and actions a person uses or engages with online. This article suggests that the digital exposure online is similar to a high crime environment, as it exposes users to cyber-criminals. Thus, entities requiring individuals to go online should bear a responsibility to protect their users. The author argues for more litigation and regulation to address the harmful effects of going online, alongside acknowledging the full range of cybercrime harms.