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Technology-facilitated abuse refers to the misuse of digital systems to inflict harm, such as the use of device-surveillance software in interpersonal abuse, the exploitation of GPS trackers for stalking, and the manipulation of smart home lights to induce epileptic seizures.^{1 2}Child health practitioners play an essential role in safeguarding young people from harm, yet these technology-related threats are rarely accounted for in traditional safeguarding guidelines. We seek to address this gap. Our initial research demonstrated the lack of safeguarding guidelines available to clinicians who encounter patients experiencing technology-facilitated abuse.¹ Our ongoing research project with safeguarding professionals seeks to (i) identify the emerging trends of technology-facilitated abuse affecting young people, (ii) uncover gaps in current safeguarding guidance, and (iii) form comprehensive recommendations for …