Online Safety Concerns Highlighted by OnlyFans Incidents

Concerns about online safety have taken a new focus with incidents involving OnlyFans stars highlighting broader issues, including mysterious deaths and disappearances. This reflects ongoing worries about children's exposure to harmful content, as shown in a New Zealand survey where 71% of respondents expressed concern. The Kids Online Safety Act in the U.S. aims to protect minors from social media's negative impacts, although it faces opposition over free speech concerns. Additionally, the Netflix drama 'Adolescence' brings attention to issues like toxic masculinity and online influence, which mirror real-world tragedies linked to harmful online content. Researchers continue to advocate for evidence-based approaches in social media design to enhance online safety for teens.