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Discord live streaming suspended in Brazil over child safety concerns
The Brazilian National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) has ordered Discord to suspend its live streaming and video sharing features in Brazil for three business days. This preventive measure aims to mitigate risks to children and adolescents following a tragic incident in Mato Grosso do Sul, where a 13-year-old girl was reportedly induced to commit suicide during a live broadcast on the platform.
The ANPD's decision follows an investigation into the platform's failure to implement sufficient protection mechanisms for minors. Technical analysis indicated that Discord's automated systems produced a “relevant false negative,” failing to flag high-risk content involving self-harm and violence. The agency noted that the current system prioritizes reducing false positives over identifying critical risks to life.
In response, Discord has submitted a safety proposal to the Attorney General's Office (AGU) to strengthen protections for vulnerable groups, including age verification and improved risk identification. Meanwhile, the Public Ministry of São Paulo has proposed a Conduct Adjustment Agreement (TAC) to address the platform's alleged role in disseminating content related to sexual violence and animal abuse. The AGU is currently evaluating Discord's proposal to determine if it warrants a formal legal agreement or if further judicial action, such as a Civil Public Action, is necessary.
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Advocacia-Geral da União · Agência Nacional de Proteção de Dados · Brasil · Brazil · Discord · Instituto Defesa Coletiva · Janja Lula da Silva · Janja da Silva · Ministério Público de São Paulo · Ministério Público do Estado de São Paulo
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- [● 5 SOURCES] The AGU may pursue judicial action, including a Civil Public Action, if Discord's proposed measures are deemed insufficient. odia.ig.com.br · mspost.com.br
- [● 7 SOURCES] The ANPD opened an investigation into Discord and gave the platform five business days to provide data on child protection mechanisms. www.em.com.br · odia.ig.com.br · politicacapixaba.com.br
- [● 6 SOURCES] Discord claims to maintain continuous dialogue with Brazilian authorities and proactively reports individuals to police. oantagonista.com.br · odia.ig.com.br
- [● 4 SOURCES] Violations of the Digital Statute of the Child and Adolescent (ECA Digital) can result in fines of up to R$ 50 million. www.em.com.br
- [● 4 SOURCES] Digital platforms with over 1 million minor users must publish transparency reports by September 17. totalsecurity.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] Discord stated it deactivated a private server involved in encouraging self-harm before the death of a 13-year-old girl. oantagonista.com.br
- [● 12 SOURCES] The Instituto Defesa Coletiva filed a civil public action seeking the suspension of Discord in Brazil and a minimum fine of R$ 300 million. destakjornal.com.br · itapevinoticias.com.br · www.jcatibaia.com.br · jeremoaboagora.com.br · jornalenoticias.com.br · +5 more
- [● 10 SOURCES] Discord will present a safety proposal for vulnerable groups this week. odia.ig.com.br · mspost.com.br · noticiasdefranca.com.br · politicacapixaba.com.br · sbtnews.sbt.com.br · +1 more
- [● 13 SOURCES] The Public Ministry of São Paulo sent a proposal for a Conduct Adjustment Agreement (TAC) to Discord. destakjornal.com.br · www.jcatibaia.com.br · www.vivergoias.com.br · itapevinoticias.com.br · www.portalcorreiodoagreste.com.br · +8 more
- [● 10 SOURCES] Operation Lívia, conducted by the Mato Grosso do Sul Civil Police, resulted in the seizure of five minors across five states. destakjornal.com.br · informa1.com.br · itapevinoticias.com.br · www.jcatibaia.com.br · jeremoaboagora.com.br · +5 more
- [● 9 SOURCES] The ANPD ordered Discord to suspend its live broadcast and video sharing feature in Brazil for three business days as a preventive measure. cardinot.com.br · informa1.com.br · jornalalef.com.br · odiariodebarretos.com.br · www.dgabc.com.br · +3 more