US parents demand action from Meta on rising "sextortion" cases involving minors; cases increased 323% in 2 years.
Parents in the US demand action from Meta, over an increase in "sextortion" cases involving minors. One in 17 children has experienced this abuse, and in the last two years, sextortion cases have risen by 323%. Parents are concerned about the lengthy reporting process at Meta and lack of intervention for users expressing suicidal thoughts. Child advocacy groups, such as the ParentsTogether Foundation, are providing resources to help parents deal with this issue. Meta has not responded to the parents' demands for accountability.
August 27, 2024
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