Brazil sues online platform Discord over alleged failures in children protection
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Brazil’s government filed a federal lawsuit against Discord on Aug. 26, 2026, seeking 500 million reais ($97 million) in collective moral damages over alleged failures to protect children and adolescents. The Solicitor-General’s office cited severe gaps in age verification and user safety protections, accusing the platform of direct violations of Brazilian law, including the Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital). The lawsuit follows the July suicide of a 13-year-old girl in Mato Grosso do Sul, who was allegedly coerced by other users during a livestream. Five teenagers have been arrested in connection with the death. Discord called the lawsuit “disproportionate” and said it does not accurately reflect its safety approach. The filing also notes Discord faces similar legal pressure in U.S. states including Texas, Nevada, and New Jersey.
Timeline
- · On March 17, 2026: Brazil’s Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents took effect.
- · On July 22, 2026: A 13-year-old girl died by suicide during a Discord livestream.
- · On August 4, 2026: Brazil launched Operation Lívia to investigate the case.
- · On August 6, 2026: First Lady Janja called for Discord to be taken offline.
- · On August 12, 2026: Brazil’s ANPD ordered Discord to suspend livestreams.
- · On August 17, 2026: Discord suspended livestream and video features in Brazil.
- · On August 24, 2026: Discord reportedly appealed the ANPD suspension order.
- · On August 26, 2026: Brazil’s AGU filed the civil lawsuit against Discord.
- · On August 27, 2026: Global news outlets widely reported on the lawsuit.
- · Expected in coming months: Brazilian court will hear the case and rule on damages.
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