kyberhaukkusten
Kyberhaukkusten is a Finnish neologism describing a form of online invective within digital networks. The word combines kyber- (cyber) with haukkusten, from haukkua “to insult” or “to bark.” In Finnish discourse, it is used to distinguish automated or semi-automated harassment from ordinary, person-to-person abuse.
Origin and usage: The concept emerged in late 2010s online discussions about moderation on social networks
Characteristics: It often involves scalable harassment campaigns, sometimes orchestrated by groups or bots, using templates and
Impact and response: Researchers emphasize psychological impact on targets and the operational challenges for moderators. Countermeasures
See also: Cyberbullying, online harassment, digital rhetoric, moderation.