By Judith Karunanayake

In the same way that the Renaissance period is recalled as a moment of artistic endeavour, our current era will be remembered for the many incredible advances that are being made in the sphere of technology. We are living in a time where things once purely thought, are becoming a reality: the driverless car, civilian trips to space, talking digital assistants, the list goes on. But have we paused to consider the dangers that lie in wait with these impressive advancements, especially towards the most vulnerable and impressionable members of society?