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Ofcom Investigating TikTok Over Kids “Being At Risk Of Exposure To Harmful Content”

UK regulator Ofcom is investigating TikTok after raising “serious doubts” about the effectiveness of its ability to identify when a person is under 18.

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A UK regulatory body, Ofcom, is examining TikTok's content moderation practices due to concerns about the exposure of minors to potentially harmful material. The investigation stems from Ofcom's assessment that TikTok's age verification system may not be effective in identifying users under the age of 18.

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