Snapchat Hit With EU Probe Over Child Safety, Illegal Sales Risks
The probe falls under the Digital Services Act, which requires large platforms to protect against harmful and illegal content or ...
Home » Child Safety
The probe falls under the Digital Services Act, which requires large platforms to protect against harmful and illegal content or ...
The company said the new accounts will limit pre-teens to basic messaging and calling features
This is the first time a territorial attorney general has moved directly against the company over these issues.
Officials also want explanations on how their algorithms handle potentially addictive recommendation systems and how app stores manage access to ...
The decision follows cases within government circles over what they describe as a “pattern of negligence” by social media firms ...
The request was for detailed information about the platform's efforts to tackle child sexual exploitation material

The Techeconomy Podcast is a thought-leadership show exploring the powerful intersection of technology, business, and the economy, with a strong focus on Africa’s fast-evolving digital landscape.
Africa’s digital economy is growing fast, but growth without trust cannot last.Join us for the February Edition of the Techeconomy Business Series as industry experts explore how trust, security, innovation, and user experience are shaping Africa’s evolving digital ecosystem.

© 2026 TECHECONOMY.
© 2026 TECHECONOMY.