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Netflix Sued Over Alleged Addictive Practices

Updated 2026-05-11 18:35 UTC 1 source Negative

The streaming giant Netflix is facing legal action from the Texas Attorney General for alleged deceptive practices and privacy violations. The lawsuit claims Netflix spies on its users, including children.

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Netflix Sued by Republican Texas Attorney General, Who Alleges Service Is Designed to Be ‘Addictive’ and Is ‘Spying’ on Users

Netflix is in the crosshairs of Ken Paxton, the Republican attorney general of Texas, who filed a lawsuit against the streaming giant, alleging violations of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act. According to Paxton’s office, Netflix has been “spying on Texans, including children, and

2026-05-11 18:28 UTC