"As with so many things, in the end, it all comes down to money There is no version of the internet that is safe for children. There is simply no way to securely fence in an area where children can exist online and interact with only other children and their parents. And, even if there was, companies have no incentive to do it. The primary goal of tech companies is not to provide a platform for us to connect - it's to make as much money as possible."
"And, even if there was, companies have no incentive to do it. The primary goal of tech companies is not to provide a platform for us to connect - it's to make as much money as possible."
Absolute online safety for children is unattainable because the internet cannot be securely confined to interactions exclusively among children and parents. Attempts to create fenced online spaces fail because technical and social boundaries cannot prevent contact with adults or harmful content. Market incentives oppose safe enclaves since major technology companies prioritize revenue generation over curated child-only environments. Advertising, engagement metrics, and monetization strategies drive platform design toward broader user interaction and data collection. Regulatory or technical solutions face economic resistance unless business models align safety with profitability. Consequently, child safety online remains a systemic challenge tied to financial motives.
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