Online Social Networks in Business Frameworks

1Unmasking Social Media Crimes: Types, Trends, and Impact

Rijvan Beg¹, Vivek Bhardwaj², Mukesh Kumar³, Prathamesh Muzumdar⁴, Aman Rajput^5* and Kamal Borana⁶

¹Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal, India

²School of Computer Science and Engineering, Manipal University Jaipur, Jaipur, India

³Department of CSE, Chandigarh College of Engineering, Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Jhanjeri, Punjab, India

⁴Department of Management, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

⁵Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore, M.P., India

⁶Department of CSE, Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore, India

Abstract

Social media platforms have profoundly transformed how humans interact, offering new avenues for communication and self-expression. Yet, this digital revolution has also led to the emergence of social media crimes, presenting unique challenges. This research comprehensively explores these crimes, delving into their various types, evolving trends, and wide-ranging impact on individuals, communities, and civil rights. Through a multifaceted research approach, this study meticulously investigates social media crimes, drawing from extensive literature reviews, real-world cases, legal documents, and expert insights. The research also examines the roles played by social media platforms themselves, shedding light on their policies, data-sharing practices, ...