Teen Dating App Wizz Removed from App Stores Amid Sextortion Allegations

The National Center on Sexual Exploitation reports the app was used for 'sextortion' scams targeting underage users, prompting Apple and Google to suspend the app pending further investigation.

Wizz, a dating app for teenagers, has been removed from both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store due to allegations of facilitating the sexual exploitation of minors.
The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) reported that Wizz was being used for 'sextortion' scams targeting underage users.
Apple and Google have confirmed the suspension of Wizz from their respective app stores, pending further investigation.
Wizz's developers are working with Apple and Google to provide more information on the app’s safeguards and clarify that Wizz has 'extensive safeguards for users'.
The incident has raised concerns over the potential dangers of online dating apps, especially for underage users.