Women's Safety in the Digital World: A Review of Challenges and Technological Solutions

The digital revolution has transformed how individuals live, work, and interact, but it has also introduced significant risks, particularly for women in cyberspace. Cyberbullying, online harassment, identity theft, data privacy violations, and electronic surveillance not only threaten personal security but also undermine women's confidence and participation in the digital sphere. At the same time, emerging technological advancements offer promising solutions to enhance online safety. Innovations such as IoT-based safety devices, AI-driven threat detection systems, and mobile safety applications demonstrate the potential for technology to counteract these threats.This paper explores the dual impact of technological advancements—how they create vulnerabilities while serving as tools for empowerment and protection. It highlights the importance of ethical design, robust regulatory frameworks, and multidisciplinary collaboration in developing sustainable and inclusive safety solutions. Additionally, the innovation potential of Generative AI (Gen AI) is examined, demonstrating how it can drive proactive safety measures and support digital security initiatives. The findings emphasize the critical need for ongoing research and policymaking to ensure that technological innovation does not exacerbate existing inequalities but instead safeguards and empowers women in the digital age.