Location-Sharing Apps: A Growing Concern in Australia

Australia's eSafety Commission raises concerns about the normalization of location sharing, highlighting its potential link to coercive control. The commission's warning comes amid growing concerns about the use of technology to facilitate domestic abuse. A recent survey reveals that one in five young adults believe tracking their partner's location is acceptable, while one in three see constant location checks as a sign of care. The report emphasizes the need for increased awareness and conversations about digital boundaries and privacy in relationships. Commissioner [Commissioner's Name] stated, "We need to have more conversations about digital boundaries and reshape our expectations of privacy within relationships."