Snapchat targeted in NL, France over addictive design, child-safety concerns
By Sara Brandstätter ( June 9, 2026, 05:00 GMT | Insight) -- Snapchat is facing a collective lawsuit in the Netherlands and a formal warning letter in France over allegations that its platform relies on addictive design features, unlawfully uses personal data for targeted advertising and fails to adequately protect minors. The actions, brought by Dutch non-profit organization SOMI, come as Snapchat is also facing broader regulatory scrutiny in Europe over child-safety risks.Snapchat is facing a collective lawsuit in the Netherlands and a formal warning letter in France over alleged addictive design features, child-safety shortcomings and the use of personal data for targeted advertising, consumer-rights organization Stichting Onderzoek Marktinformatie said on Tuesday....
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