TRE-BA removes site with Vorcaro's conversations at PT's request

The TRE-BA removed the MasterWhats website, which simulated the Whatsapp interface with conversations of businessman Daniel Vorcaro with authorities.

TRE-BA removes site with Vorcaro's conversations at PT's request

TL;DR

  • TRE-BA ordered the suspension of a website (recomendeme.com.br) showing simulated WhatsApp conversations.
  • The website, named 'MasterWhats', allegedly simulated conversations of businessman Daniel Vorcaro with authorities, including candidate Jaques Wagner.
  • The PT of Bahia claimed the conversations were false, and the court agreed the site could mislead voters.
  • The court ordered the blocking of the domain and requested connection logs for investigation.
  • Requests for ANATEL to implement general DNS blocks and automated filters on major platforms were denied.
  • The website creators stated the decision infringes on freedom of information.