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Students Exit Chats Amid Cyberbullying Concerns in South Korea

4/1/2026

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In South Korea, students warn that silence in group chats may be interpreted as condoning abuse, prompting many to leave chats.
A government survey shows 7.8% of school violence cases involve cyberbullying, with 43.3% of students affected.
Legal experts warn that bystanders in chats could face liability, as the legal implications remain unclear.

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In South Korea, students warn that silence in group chats may be interpreted as condoning abuse, prompting many to leave chats.
A government survey shows 7.8% of school violence cases involve cyberbullying, with 43.3% of students affected.
Legal experts warn that bystanders in chats could face liability, as the legal implications remain unclear.