Trade association, affiliated with the Foundation, submits a grievance against TikTok - TikTok sued in a collective lawsuit by a foundation
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Last month, the Foundation sent a complaint against the popular video-sharing app to the authorities, claiming that TikTok's algorithm manipulates and creates a system of dependency specifically designed for children and young adults.
In this complaint, they are seeking compensation for users under 16 years old—worth 2000 euros, 16 to 21-year-olds—1000 euros, and those over 21—500 euros. If you're a TikTok user falling into these categories, you might want to consider registering in the complaint register at the Federal Office of Justice.
But that's not all. The European Union (EU) is also investigating TikTok, focusing on the protection of minors from violent content, as well as risks related to addiction on the platform [1]. If the EU Commission's allegations against TikTok are proven true, the company could face hefty fines.
Last year, TikTok already responded to similar concerns by removing a controversial reward function in Europe, following a warning from the EU Commission [2].
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[1] EU Commission Announces Investigations into TikTok, Expressing Concerns over Protecting Minors: [https://ec.europa.eu/info/consultations/european-commission-launches-consultation-safeguarding-childrens-rights-online_en]
[2] EU Commission Warns TikTok Over Reward Function in Europe: [https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/IP_21_3362]
[3] Multidistrict Litigation against Social Media Platforms, including TikTok, Expands: [https://www.justice.gov/civil/case-news/multidistrict-litigation]
[4] TikTok Announces Project Texas to Address Data Security Concerns: [https://ikij.io/tiktok-announces-project-texas/]
[5] French Families Sue TikTok Over Exposure to Harmful Content: [https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/french-families-sue-tiktok-over-exposure-harmful-content-2021-11-16/]
- The EU Commission's ongoing investigations into TikTok involve the protection of minors from violent content and risks related to addiction, with potential fines at stake if the allegations are proven true.
- As a part of the multidistrict litigation against social media platforms, including TikTok, users under 16 years old who feel they were manipulated by TikTok's algorithm might be eligible for compensation worth 2000 euros, while those aged 16 to 21 could receive 1000 euros, and those over 21, 500 euros.
