FTC Bans NGL from Offering Anonymous Messaging Apps to Minors in $5 Million Settlement

Jul 9, 2024, 02:41 PM

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued an order banning NGL Labs and its founders from offering anonymous messaging apps to users under 18. This decision marks the first time federal regulators have prohibited a digital platform from serving minors. The FTC accused NGL of exaggerating its ability to use artificial intelligence to curb cyberbullying. As part of the groundbreaking settlement, NGL agreed to pay $5 million and cease marketing to children and teenagers.