Representatives from the RRT (Radio and Television Commission of Lithuania) have highlighted that the increase in online bullying is not solely attributed to children spending more time online; rather, the digital environment itself is becoming increasingly complex. Bullying increasingly occurs in closed groups and niche platforms where content is not publicly accessible, making it more challenging to investigate such cases effectively. RRT's Digital Space Monitoring Group leader, Justina Paulauskaitė, emphasizes that actions can only be taken when original content can be seen and assessed.

Last year, the RRT received 186 reports related to bullying, of which a staggering 143 were validated. Comparatively, in 2024, only 47 reports were confirmed, while a mere 27 were validated in 2023. This significant upward trend suggests that awareness and recognition of harmful content among the public, especially concerning minors, is improving; in fact, 64% of all received reports were confirmed as legitimate instances of inappropriate online content.

The RRT representative urges that when there is suspicion of inappropriate online content, it is always better to report than to remain indifferent. This shift in behavior indicates a growing public commitment to identifying and addressing instances of harmful content online, reflecting a positive change in societal attitudes toward bullying and digital responsibility.