Big Tech’s restrictions on adult content are crippling businesses and organizations focused on sexual health, according to a new report shared exclusively with WIRED....
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- The impact of Big Tech's restrictions on adult content on businesses focused on sexual healthr
- The role of censorship in limiting access to information on sex education and wellnessr
- The potential consequences for individuals and society if access to adult content is further restrictedr r Summaryr r The tech industry's strict policies on adult content are having a devastating effect on organizations that prioritize sexual health. These businesses rely on online platforms to reach their target audience, but constant changes to these platforms' terms of service and community guidelines are forcing them offline.As a result, individuals seeking reliable information and resources on sex education and wellness are being left without access to credible sources. This can have serious consequences for both physical and mental health. The restrictions also stifle important conversations around sex positivity, consent, and healthy relationships.The situation is further complicated by the fact that these restrictions are often enforced under the guise of protecting minors from explicit content. However, this approach fails to acknowledge the importance of nuanced discussions on sex and relationships in promoting healthy attitudes towards sexuality.
Summary
The tech industry's strict policies on adult content are having a devastating effect on organizations that prioritize sexual health. These businesses rely on online platforms to reach their target audience, but constant changes to these platforms' terms of service and community guidelines are forcing them offline.As a result, individuals seeking reliable information and resources on sex education and wellness are being left without access to credible sources.
This can have serious consequences for both physical and mental health. The restrictions also stifle important conversations around sex positivity, consent, and healthy relationships.The situation is further complicated by the fact that these restrictions are often enforced under the guise of protecting minors from explicit content.
However, this approach fails to acknowledge the importance of nuanced discussions on sex and relationships in promoting healthy attitudes towards sexuality.