ID verification to control cyberbullying: Juxtaposing the need and promise, with users' willingness

Abstract

This study was conducted to investigate the idea of implementing identity veri􀅫ication to reduce cyberbullying prevalence in social media. Quantitative approach was used for this study through the use of a survey that was conducted in google forms. A total of 73 people participated in this study. Among all respondents, 83.5% think Identity Veri􀅫ication will decrease cyberbullying frequency. However, only 54.8% of the participants are willing to link their IDs to control cyberbullying. It was seen that privacy and security issues were the main reason the other participants opposed it. The survey results have also supported the previous literature about the relationship between anonymity and cyberbullying. The study has positive results regarding the implementation of Identity Veri􀅫ication, as seen in the participants' results. However, it's perceived that security and privacy issues must be 􀅫irst addressed. Further studies should be conducted on implementing identity veri􀅫ication in social media. Solutions to privacy and security concerns, especially the idea of blockchain, should be considered.