You might think "gaming events sound fun!" but recently I've learned that's just the surface 💭
I was quite shocked to hear that popular streamer Emiru was actually assaulted at the recent TwitchCon 😳
What is TwitchCon?
TwitchCon is a major event where fans and streamers of the Twitch platform gather, a place where streamers can interact with each other and meet their fans ✨
But Emiru said she experienced scary things there like "being touched directly" and "being chased by stalker-like people"... which was really shocking to hear 🥺
Are streamers' safety not really protected?
Actually, it seems streamers have been suffering from stalking and harassment at these events for a long time 📌
Emiru clearly stated "I won't come to TwitchCon anymore," which really made me realize that streamer safety isn't guaranteed at all 💭
Here are some of the specific problems 👇
- Difficulty managing fan distance
- Inadequate security and guards
- Risk of excessive stalking and personal information leaks
How can we make it safe and enjoyable?
This is really a difficult problem, but event organizers need to implement stricter measures and protect the safety of streamers and attendees 🍓
For example,
- Increasing and training security staff
- Establishing systems for quick response to stalking and harassment
- Strengthening rule awareness and penalties for participants
Without progress in these areas, even fun events won't be enjoyable anymore 💡
Conclusion: Does Online Popularity Come with Real-World Danger?
Emiru's incident also feels like a message to make people aware of the "scary side" behind the glamorous appearance 🌸
It's important for all of us to care about creating an environment where our favorite streamers can work safely 🧠
I hope future events become safer and more enjoyable for everyone 💗
Hatena
Comments
ハンナ
Twitch management definitely knows security is needed at TwitchCon, but what's their excuse?
サム
When she was sexually assaulted on camera, the CEO told her the perpetrator would get a 30-day ban.
ベン
I'm really surprised that venues keep hosting TwitchCon despite all these problems.
ノーラン
The perpetrator got a 30-day ban, but her former bodyguard was permanently banned for stalking prevention - that's Twitch logic.
エマ
The bodyguard was permanently banned for "touching," but of course you'd touch someone when a weirdo cuts in to try to kiss her!
ハンナ
Blocking the bodyguard and leaving her to be assaulted - Twitch's safety measures are terrible.
ジョージ
After the incident, CEO Dan Clancy went to a party and was apparently called back by Amazon's upper management.
クリス
I don't understand why people are so obsessed with streamers at all - I saw the livestream fail threads and they're crazy.
サラ
Since 2019, someone gets hurt, drugged, or assaulted every year - better not go to TwitchCon.
ベン
Not surprised at all that this might be the last TwitchCon.
リリー
Comments on Penguinz0's video reminded me of the Christina Grimmie incident. She tried to hug a fan and was shot, the perpetrator committed suicide.
ロバート
Celebrities shouldn't do these meet & greets at all - it's too dangerous without proper measures.
ハンナ
It's terrible that Twitch crushes streamers' lives, pushes them into dangerous situations, and doesn't even provide proper security.
ジャック
When QTCinderella and Pokimane said they wouldn't attend TwitchCon this year for safety, everyone mocked them as "cowards."
グレース
Finding the perpetrator and banning them is good, but if you don't report to police and press charges, it's meaningless.
