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Key points

• •The European Commission has opened formal proceedings to investigate Snapchat's compliance with child protection rules online.
• •The investigation aims to determine if Snapchat has breached the DSA by exposing minors to grooming attempts, recruitment for criminal purposes, and information about the sale of illegal goods.
• •The investigation will focus on five specific areas related to the safety, privacy, and security of minors on the platform.