EU accuses TikTok of exposing children to risks online

Brussels says minors’ accounts on the platform should only be visible to those they have given permission

he European Union on Friday accused TikTok of failing to protect children since their account settings expose them to risks like cyberbullying and predatory behaviour – putting the company at risk of a large fine.

The EU said minors’ accounts should only be visible to those they have given permission. Children aged 13 and over can use TikTok.

“A high level of protection should not be an opt-in; it should be the default,” EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen said in a statement.

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