Publications
Intelligence analysis is at the core of everything we do. All of our research publications are completed by a team of intelligence and child safety professionals. Whether you are looking for the most recent data on a harmful digital platform, survey results on online environments or seeing what is the most likely harmful content that a child will experience in a video game, this is the page you are looking for.
Beyond the Virtual Playground
Beyond the Virtual Playground is ClickSafe Intelligence’s latest research into online safety risks within the Roblox platform, revealing that a significant number of experiences contain inappropriate content, particularly within games targeted at children. This report builds on findings from 2023, highlighting how safety features can be bypassed and emphasizing the urgent need for stronger safeguards to protect young users from exploitation.
Building Blocks: Investigating Child Exploitation and Safety Features of Minecraft
Building Blocks is a report by ClickSafe Intelligence that investigates how the game Minecraft is being used to both protect and potentially exploit children online. Through in-game observations and analysis of dark web forums, the report reveals how predators may attempt to bypass safety controls and the overall safety of the game.
Adverse Experiences in Online Gaming
Adverse Experiences in Online Gaming is a 2024 survey report by ClickSafe Intelligence exploring the negative interactions players face across popular gaming platforms. Drawing on responses from 385 participants, the study highlights the frequency of harassment, sexualized content, and other harmful behaviors; particularly among minors.
Training Grounds: Child Exploitation Games from the dark corners of the internet
Training Grounds is a report by ClickSafe Intelligence that investigates video games designed to simulate child sexual abuse and grooming, found on a major online forum. The report analyzes how these games may serve as practice tools for would-be offenders and explores the blurred line between fantasy and criminal behavior.
The Minor Market: A Study of Illicit Content Distribution by Minors on Social Media
During this study, profiles from Twitter and Instagram were located and evaluated for minor account holders selling or sharing sexual content to adults. Ages, races/ethnicities, age obfuscation, profile connections, hashtags, and biographical themes were all tracked and analyzed.
Navigating The Virtual Playground: Exploring Online Safety in Roblox
Navigating the Virtual Playground explores the risks children may face on the popular gaming platform Roblox, particularly around online grooming and sexual solicitation. Through a month-long qualitative study, the report uncovers emerging trends and behaviors that raise important questions about child safety in virtual environments.