Clickbaiting kids: YouTube's problem with shocking video thumbnails


While video platforms for children do exist, most children over a certain age quickly realise that the much more exciting content can be found on the open platforms for adults. — Photo: Marijan Murat/dpa

WASHINGTON: Most parents know there are countless videos out there on the internet not suitable for children. And too many parents still assume their children won't see these videos unless they actively go looking for them.

Worse still, many videos don't even need to be watched – the often provocative preview thumbnails for videos are enough to convey a message to children swiping through suggestions on a video platform.

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