EU Launches Formal Probe into TikTok over Digital Services Act Breaches

Published: 19 February 2024 at 14:06

The European Commission has initiated a formal investigation into TikTok over potential breaches of the Digital Services Act (DSA), focusing on issues such as addictive algorithms, age verification tools, default privacy settings, and ad transparency. The probe aims to safeguard the privacy and safety of minors by assessing the negative effects of TikTok\'s design and algorithms, including addictive behavior and exposure to harmful content. Additionally, the EU is examining TikTok\'s compliance with DSA obligations related to ad repositories and researcher access to public data. The investigation is part of efforts to ensure a safer online environment, especially for youngsters.

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