Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated a lawsuit against Netflix, alleging that the streaming giant has been spying on children and other consumers by collecting their data without consent. The lawsuit claims that Netflix has falsely represented its data collection practices, asserting that it does not collect or share user data, while in reality, it tracks and sells viewers' habits to third parties for profit. The complaint highlights the use of 'dark patterns,' such as autoplay features, designed to keep users watching and engaged. Paxton's lawsuit, filed in Collin County, Texas, seeks to impose civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation and demands that Netflix purge any illegally collected data. The case underscores growing concerns about data privacy and consent in the digital age, particularly regarding children's online activities.