EU investigation into Snapchat and adult content websites under the Digital Services Act

The European Commission has opened an investigation into Snapchat and four adult content websites under the Digital Services Act (DSA), citing concerns about children's safety. The investigation into Snapchat focuses on allegations that the app is exposing minors to grooming, sexual exploitation, and access to age-restricted content. The DSA aims to protect European society from internet harms, including child safety provisions. The four adult content websites are accused of failing to prevent minors from accessing inappropriate content through ineffective self-declaration systems. The investigation is ongoing, and if upheld, Snapchat and the websites could be required to implement stronger safeguards or face penalties.