Ofcom has announced a formal investigation into TikTok regarding the safety of children on its platform. This move comes after a regulatory review conducted in May raised serious concerns, concluding that the app was currently not “safe enough” for its younger audience.
Scrutiny Under the Online Safety Act
The inquiry marks a significant step in the enforcement of the UK’s new online safety standards. Regulators have signaled that they are prepared to use their statutory powers to ensure tech companies adequately protect minors from potential harm.
TikTok now faces a thorough examination of its systems and processes. If the investigation finds that the platform has breached legal requirements, Ofcom has the authority to impose significant financial penalties.
Source: BBC News