It’s weird because they aren’t protesting for privacy even though that’s what they claim. they’re protesting because they want more eyes on their ad platform
It is weird considering they are well aware that reddit has pedophiles actively preying on minors in their “ teen forms”. They rather keep anonymity, have lot traffic than to protect vulnerable people.
Part of it is that they’re clearing out the kids so they can advertise to adults. Gotta support the people leeching off gambling addicts. Capitalism as usual.
This shit is fucking weird “your honor they won’t let young and impressionable children sign up for our website.”
How is it weird to protest having to get PII on a mostly anonymous website?
It’s weird because they aren’t protesting for privacy even though that’s what they claim. they’re protesting because they want more eyes on their ad platform
It is weird considering they are well aware that reddit has pedophiles actively preying on minors in their “ teen forms”. They rather keep anonymity, have lot traffic than to protect vulnerable people.
The weird part is the government are trying to get the children to stay away, rather than track down the pedophiles.
Part of it is that they’re clearing out the kids so they can advertise to adults. Gotta support the people leeching off gambling addicts. Capitalism as usual.
https://www.techdirt.com/2025/12/15/australias-social-media-ban-was-pushed-by-ad-agency-focused-on-gambling-ads-it-didnt-want-banned/