Nearly half the world's population has been a victim of digital abuse: from harassment to being blocked on social media.

A recent global report reveals that nearly half of the world's internet users, specifically 46 percent of the population, have been victims of some form of technology-facilitated abuse, harassment, or online control over the past twelve months. This digital abuse has become a widespread daily reality affecting individuals of all ages across international borders.

The spectrum of reported offenses ranges from direct online harassment to social media blocking and controlling behaviors. The findings highlight the pervasive nature of digital threats in contemporary society, prompting efforts to raise awareness and provide assessment tools for both children and adults to identify online abuse.