EU Calls TikTok Addictive, Demands Reforms
The European Union has accused TikTok of designing its platform in a way that encourages addiction, especially among young users. EU officials say the popular video-sharing app is not doing enough to protect minors from spending too much time online. As a result, regulators are demanding changes to how the platform works in Europe. The European Commission recently shared early findings from an investigation into TikTok. This investigation began in February 2024 under the Digital Services Act, a major EU law that sets rules for online platforms. According to the Commission, certain features on TikTok promote compulsive use. These include…