Overview

• New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin alleges Discord violated the state's Consumer Fraud Act by misleading users about its safety features and exposing minors to harm.
• The lawsuit highlights Discord's reliance on self-reported birthdates for age verification, allowing children under 13 to bypass restrictions and access the platform.
• Discord's default safety settings, such as unscanned messages from 'friends,' are criticized for leaving minors vulnerable to exploitation and inappropriate content.
• The complaint cites multiple criminal cases, including the far-right pedophile ring '764,' where predators used Discord to target and exploit children.
• Discord disputes the allegations, emphasizing its investments in safety features and expressing surprise at the lawsuit, which seeks enhanced protections and potential financial penalties.