Omegle, the popular live video chat site, is shutting down after 14 years due to user abuse claims. Founder Leif K Brooks cited financial and psychological strain, emphasizing the challenges of combating misuse. The decision comes amid increased scrutiny of social media platforms, with Ofcom issuing guidelines for online safety. Omegle has been involved in controversial cases, and its closure sparked mixed reactions on social media. The platform had faced bans, including on TikTok, following concerns about children's exposure to strangers. The Internet Watch Foundation reported a tenfold increase in explicit content involving young children since pandemic lockdowns.