The European Commission (EC) has opened a second probe against TikTok under the Digital Services Act (DSA), mandating the social media platform to provide proof of safety over its new "Task and Reward Program."
Releasing a statement on Tuesday, the EC claimed that its investigation will focus on potential "systemic risks" of TikTok Lite's feature, citing "negative effects on mental health" and the promotion of "stimulating addictive behavior."A feature of TikTok Lite currently available in France and Spain, Task and Reward provides users with a monetary reward for activities such as watching and liking content, following users, and inviting others to join the platform.