National· August 18, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.
Discord halts livestreaming in Brazil following teen's suicide
Key takeaways
- Discord has suspended livestreaming and video calls in Brazil
- The suspension follows a teen's suicide during a live broadcast
- The company is facing criticism for inadequate content moderation
The messaging platform Discord has suspended livestreaming and video calls in Brazil, complying with a government order issued after a teenager reportedly took her own life during a live broadcast. The incident occurred on the platform, leading to concerns about online safety for minors.
