A debate in DN highlights concerns that adult inaction, not the dark web, poses the greatest risk to children online. Essi Alho, a youth and social media expert, argues that current approaches to social media regulation are failing. Age limits on platforms are fundamentally an admission of this failure to effectively regulate tech companies. Critics fear age restrictions will push children towards more dangerous online spaces, but Alho questions what the alternative is. Doing nothing has already proven ineffective in protecting young people. The debate centers on whether restricting access infringes on freedom of expression versus the need for greater safety measures and responsible adult oversight.