The New Mexico Attorney General has recently filed a lawsuit against the popular social media platform Snapchat. The lawsuit alleges that Snapchat has not taken the necessary steps to protect young users from encountering sexually explicit content on its platform.
The Attorney General argues that Snapchat’s Discover feature, which allows users to access content from various media partners, has exposed young users to explicit and inappropriate material. This includes content that is not suitable for minors, despite Snapchat’s terms of service stating that users must be at least 13 years old to create an account.
The lawsuit also claims that Snapchat has failed to adequately enforce its own policies to prevent users from accessing adult content. This includes instances where users have been able to circumvent age restrictions and access explicit material. The Attorney General is seeking damages and a court order to require Snapchat to improve its content moderation practices to better protect young users.
In response to the lawsuit, Snapchat has stated that they take the safety and privacy of their users seriously and have measures in place to prevent inappropriate content from being shown to minors. They have also highlighted their efforts to provide tools for parents to monitor and control their children’s use of the app.
The lawsuit against Snapchat highlights the ongoing concerns around the protection of minors on social media platforms. It also serves as a reminder for parents to be vigilant about monitoring their children’s online activities and ensuring they are not exposed to harmful content. The outcome of the lawsuit will likely have implications for how social media platforms are expected to protect young users in the future.
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