Strict age gates often make online grooming easier
Mandatory digital ID checks can backfire by creating a false sense of security, making young users more vulnerable to predators who successfully bypass the gate.
When a platform requires a government ID or a facial scan to enter, users often drop their guard, assuming everyone inside has been vetted. This 'trust illusion' actually makes grooming easier; Europol data indicates that verified platforms can see a twenty-two percent increase in predatory behavior compared to open ones.
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