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The men who use Instagram to groom child influencers

Economic Times · 5m

The article from The New York Times investigates the exploitation of child influencers on Instagram. It uncovers how some parents are manipulated by predators posing as photographers or social media experts into producing and selling sexualized images of their daughters. The platform's mechanics make it easier for such exploitation, as some parents form inappropriate, financial relationships with predators. Despite some legal actions, many accused individuals continue without facing consequences, leaving victims traumatized and unprotected within this dangerous online environment.