Snapchat tells inquiry Australia becoming complex for social media companies | PerthNow

Snapchat has apologised while being questioned at a parliamentary inquiry about the tragic case of a NSW schoolgirl suiciding after years of being tormented by bullies, including on its platform.The Daily Telegraph revealed the heartbreaking story on Tuesday about Bathurst teen Matilda “Tilly” Rosewarne, 15, who died last month and was farewelled at a funeral on Tuesday.Her family revealed many disturbing accounts of bullying, including a tormentor circulating fake nude images of Tilly on Snapchat and a Belgian porn website.Her mother Emma Mason said the complaint was lodged with police but they had “significant difficulties” confirming who the Snapchat account belonged to.Camera IconBathurst schoolgirl Matilda ‘Tilly’ Rosewarne suicided in February after relentless bullying. Supplied Credit: SuppliedAt a hearing for the inquiry into social media and online safety on Wednesday, Liberal committee chair Lucy Wicks asked Snapchat what could be done to make sure the same thing didn’t happen to anyone else.“Today, I opened a story from the Daily Tele about a young 15-year-old who took her life following a lot of bullying, including cyber bullying,” she said.“It’s heartbreaking, from not being invited to parties to having fake nudes spread on social media.“Her parents say they want to do everything they…
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