The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, has announced a landmark research collaboration with the University of Notre Dame, a leading research university in the United States. Supported by the FIA Foundation, the partnership aims to strengthen the global response to online abuse in sport through joint research and innovation. The agreement outlines a framework for exploring the role of artificial intelligence in identifying, mitigating, and preventing online harassment targeting athletes, officials, and fans across sporting communities. The initiative will leverage the University of Notre Dame’s expertise in AI, ethics, and digital behavior, combined with the FIA’s deep engagement with international sport and its commitment to athlete safety and integrity. Researchers will focus on developing AI-driven tools capable of detecting abusive content in real time across social media platforms, understanding the psychological impact of online abuse, and creating scalable solutions that can be adopted by sports organizations worldwide. The collaboration also aims to inform policy development and promote best practices for digital safety in sport. By integrating ethical AI principles into its research, the project will prioritize transparency, fairness, and accountability in algorithmic decision-making. The FIA and the University of Notre Dame plan to release findings and pilot tools in the coming months, with the goal of establishing a global standard for combating online abuse in sport. The project reflects a growing recognition that digital safety is essential to the future of competitive sport and public engagement in athletic events.