The article discusses the discovery of numerous fake podcasts on Spotify that promote the illegal sale of medications, including Adderall and other controlled substances. These podcasts, often misleadingly named, aim to direct listeners to online pharmacies that could be dangerous and illegitimate. After CNN highlighted the issue, Spotify took swift action to remove many of these fraudulent pages, yet new ones continued to surface, raising concerns about the platform's ability to effectively moderate content and safeguard its users, particularly minors.
Spotify has been identified as hosting various fake podcasts that promote the illegal sale of medications, raising concerns about the platform's moderation and safety practices.
Within hours of being alerted to the issue, Spotify managed to remove fraudulent podcasts, yet new ones quickly emerged, suggesting ongoing challenges in monitoring illegal content.
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