Local sources from Ireland: Sky News, BBC.com.
UK coverage: ITV News.
A livestream portal between Dublin and New York was temporarily shut down after ‘inappropriate behaviour’ in the Irish capital. Thousands of people have visited the two-way portal, which allows people on either side to see and interact with each other. And while there have been a number of wholesome moments – including Irish dancing and even a proposal – a handful of people have behaved ‘inappropriately’, Dublin City Council has said. Videos on social media have shown people on the Irish side flashing body parts, and displaying images of 9/11 and swear words on phone screens. A woman was also escorted away by police after being seen grinding against the portal. In a statement issued on Monday evening, a spokesperson for Dublin City Council said ‘technical solutions’ to address this are being implemented in the next 24 hours. Dublin City Council noted there has been an increase in footfall since the Portal was unveiled in north Dublin, facing O’Connell Street. The New York portal is at the busy Manhattan junction of Broadway, Fifth Avenue and 23rd Street. ‘The overwhelming majority of interactions are positive,’ the spokesperson added. ‘We have seen families and friends unite, dancing moves being shared as well as new friendships being made. There was even a successful marriage proposal.’ The Portal offers a window to other cities and is connecting people and cultures in a unique manner – what we are seeing between Dublin and NY is reflective of a wider narrative of cultural behaviour.’ The Portals Organisation said: ‘We do not intend to suggest people to interact with Portals in any particular way – our goal is to open a window between far away places and cultures that allows people to interact freely with one another.’ We encourage people to be respectful and from our position as observers, we see that the absolute majority of experiences is on the bright side.’ In an earlier statement, they confirmed the livestream had been paused so they could ‘update the software used on the Portal’. Dublin Portal, a popular social media platform, is making significant changes following reports of ‘inappropriate behaviour’ on the site. The company announced yesterday that it will be implementing new measures to ensure user safety and prevent further incidents. The decision comes after several users reported instances of harassment, bullying, and offensive content on Dublin Portal. The platform, which boasts millions of users worldwide, has faced criticism in recent months for its lack of moderation and failure to address these issues promptly. In response to the growing concerns, Dublin Portal has vowed to strengthen its moderation policies and improve its reporting system. The company plans to hire additional moderators to monitor user activity and swiftly respond to any reports of misconduct. They also intend to enhance their content filtering algorithms to automatically detect and remove offensive material. Furthermore, Dublin Portal will be introducing stricter guidelines for user behavior and implementing harsher penalties for those who violate them. The platform aims to create a safer and more inclusive environment for all users, where respectful and responsible behavior is encouraged. The changes at Dublin Portal have been welcomed by many users who have long been advocating for a safer online space. However, some critics argue that these measures should have been implemented sooner, considering the platform’s large user base and influence. Dublin Portal’s CEO, Sarah Thompson, expressed her commitment to addressing the issues and ensuring a positive user experience. She stated, ‘We take these reports very seriously and are dedicated to making Dublin Portal a place where everyone feels safe and respected. We apologize to those who have been affected by the inappropriate behavior and assure you that we are taking immediate action.’ As Dublin Portal moves forward with these changes, it remains to be seen how effective they will be in curbing inappropriate behavior on the platform. Users are hopeful that the company’s efforts will lead to a more enjoyable and secure online environment for all.
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