New Protective Measures Introduced
blocks screenshots of disappearing messages, restricts scammer access to followers, and blurs nudity in messages for users under 18. These features aim to protect teens from sextortion scams.
Safety notices will alert teens about potential international conversations and scammers, enhancing the platform's Teen Accounts program launched last month.
Addressing the Growing Sextortion Threat
Sextortion, involving coercion into sharing explicit content, has surged, targeting teenage boys. The reported a 20% increase in such scams, with 12,600 victims and 20 suicides between 2021-2023.
Critics argue Meta's response is delayed, highlighting the need for more robust measures against automated predatory tactics. Meta defends its efforts to combat evolving sextortion tactics.
