TikTok under investigation from Ofcom for 'failing to protect children'

Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into TikTok to determine if the platform failed to protect children from harmful content. The UK regulator expressed particular concerns regarding the effectiveness of TikTok's age verification systems, which may leave minors exposed to posts about suicide and self-harm. This probe follows a May review and aims to assess whether the short-form social media site is complying with the legal requirements established under the Online Safety Act.