The European Union has accused TikTok of failing to protect the privacy of minors.
The European Union (EU) has formally accused the social media platform TikTok of violating its digital rules. This accusation is being advanced as part of broader EU efforts aimed at increasing the responsibility of technology companies.
The main reason for the accusation is TikTok's inadequate protection of the privacy of minors using the platform. EU officials believe that the platform's existing protection mechanisms are insufficient to ensure the data and privacy of young users.
This accusation could lead to serious consequences for the social media giant. If the accusations are confirmed, TikTok could be subject to significant fines in accordance with European Union law and may be forced to change its operations.
AP News agency reported this.