Hate

: Younger adults (18-34) are significantly more likely (49%) to encounter online hate than older adults.

While "hate" is an emotion, in public policy and law it is categorized by specific actions motivated by bias against "identity factors" like race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. : Younger adults (18-34) are significantly more likely

Online hate has surged, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, driven by misinformation and social media algorithms that often amplify hateful content. or nationality. Online hate has surged

: Acts of prejudice that are not criminal, such as using racial slurs or non-threatening bullying. particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic

: Criminal acts (e.g., assault, vandalism, murder) where the perpetrator is motivated by bias. In the U.S., a hate crime occurs nearly every hour based on FBI data . 2. The Rising Digital Dimension