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Discord suspends video features in Brazil following ANPD order
Discord has suspended real-time video and screen-sharing functionalities in Brazil following a preventive order from the National Data Protection Agency (ANPD). The regulatory measure, based on the Digital Statute of Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital), aims to prevent violence and coercion against minors.
The decision follows the death of a 13-year-old girl from Naviraí, Mato Grosso do Sul, who was reportedly induced to self-harm and commit suicide during a live stream on the platform. Discord confirmed the suspension of features including 'Go Live', video calls, and screen sharing, though text, audio, and direct messaging remain available.
A group of 67 civil society organizations has expressed support for the ANPD's decision, describing it as a proportional and balanced measure to mitigate identified risks. The suspension will remain in effect until Discord demonstrates the implementation of effective technical, security, and governance measures to protect its users, particularly children and adolescents.
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Agência Nacional de Proteção de Dados · Brazil · Childhood Brasil · Discord · Janja da Silva · Mato Grosso do Sul · National Data Protection Agency · Naviraí
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- [● 36 SOURCES] Discord has suspended real-time video and screen-sharing functionalities in Brazil. www.cmjornal.pt · www.justicaemfoco.com.br · www.brasildefato.com.br · www.bandab.com.br · www.acordacidade.com.br · +31 more
- [● 36 SOURCES] The National Data Protection Agency (ANPD) ordered the suspension of live broadcasts and video sharing. www.cmjornal.pt · www.justicaemfoco.com.br · www.brasildefato.com.br · www.bandab.com.br · www.acordacidade.com.br · +31 more
- [● 27 SOURCES] The regulatory measure is based on the Digital Statute of Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital). www.bandab.com.br · www.amodireito.com.br · www.cnnbrasil.com.br · www.cmjornal.pt · www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · +22 more
- [● 34 SOURCES] A 13-year-old girl from Naviraí, Mato Grosso do Sul, died after being induced to self-harm and commit suicide during a live stream. www.cmjornal.pt · www.justicaemfoco.com.br · www.brasildefato.com.br · www.bandab.com.br · www.acordacidade.com.br · +29 more
- [● 34 SOURCES] Text, audio, direct messages, and group conversations remain available on the platform in Brazil. www.cmjornal.pt · www.justicaemfoco.com.br · www.brasildefato.com.br · www.bandab.com.br · www.acordacidade.com.br · +29 more
- [● 29 SOURCES] Five teenagers were arrested in connection with the death. wtop.com · www.koreatimes.co.kr · mymotherlode.com · www.cmjornal.pt · www.acessa.com · +24 more
- [● 26 SOURCES] The suspension will remain in effect until Discord demonstrates the implementation and effectiveness of technical, security, and governance measures. www.cnnbrasil.com.br · www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · diariopb.com.br · www.cmjornal.pt · www.acessa.com · +21 more