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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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