Unicef alerts that up to 20 million children suffered sexual violence on the Internet in a single year

The internet is increasingly the gateway to sexual violence. At least 20 million children from 21 countries were victims of exploitation or sexual abuse in just one year, according to a new report by UNICEF, the United Nations organization dedicated to children's rights. The report warns of the growing severity of the problem and the ease with which predators gain access to minors through digital platforms. The organization highlights that this number represents only a fraction of actual cases, as many incidents go unreported. The document urges governments and technology companies to adopt stricter measures to protect children in the online environment.