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Texas sues Netflix over alleged child spying, addiction

Published Monday, May 11, 2026 · Updated May 12

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Netflix, alleging the streaming giant illegally collects user data from children and designs its platform to be addictive. Netflix has denied these accusations, asserting the lawsuit is without merit and that the company adheres to privacy regulations.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Netflix on Monday.
  • The lawsuit accuses Netflix of illegally collecting user data, including from children.
  • Netflix is also accused of designing its platform to be addictive.
  • Netflix denies the allegations, stating the lawsuit lacks merit and that the company complies with privacy laws.

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    Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued Netflix, accusing the streaming company of illegally collecting user data, including from children, and designing its platform to be addictive. Netflix denies the allegations, stating the lawsuit lacks merit and that the company complies with privacy laws.

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