European Commission Opens Proceedings Against TikTok
European Commission Opens Proceedings Against TikTok Over Task and Reward Program
The Facts
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."
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.
The Spin
Big Tech cannot be allowed to get away with producing intentionally addictive content with real implications for mental health. The DSA is only the beginning – lawmakers throughout the world must take further steps to ensure that users are protected from exploitative algorithms and harmful content.
Big Tech cannot be allowed to get away with producing intentionally addictive content with real implications on mental health. The DSA is only the beginning – lawmakers throughout the world must take further steps to ensure that users are protected from exploitative algorithms and harmful content.
