Cyber flashing—sending unsolicited explicit images online—crossed a major legal threshold in 2024 when it became officially illegal in many jurisdictions. But legislation alone doesn't cut it anymore. Governments are now treating it as a priority offence, ramping up enforcement and putting real heat on tech companies to step up their game.

The shift matters. It signals that platforms can't just rely on community guidelines or reactive moderation. When authorities make something a priority crime, it forces tech firms to build better detection systems, implement stricter content policies, and actually cooperate with law enforcement. For crypto and blockchain platforms handling user interactions, the same accountability is creeping in—especially as decentralized spaces grapple with similar harassment issues.

The takeaway? Whether it's traditional social media or emerging Web3 platforms, staying ahead of these enforcement trends isn't optional anymore. Companies that invest in user safety infrastructure now won't be caught scrambling later.