European consumer group slams TikTok over ’hidden ads’ for kids, files complaint

The European Consumer Organization (BEUC) filed a complaint against TikTok accusing it of deploying ’hidden advertising’ for children and being opaque on data collection. The BEUC said: ’TikTok fails to protect children from hidden ads and harmful content.’ It said TikTok promotes participation in branded hashtag challenges where users are encouraged to create content of specific products.

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TikTok breaching users' rights - European Consumer Organisation

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TikTok struck with consumer law complaints in Europe | Engadget

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Jose 1 weeks

"Parents" that allow kids to use TikTok now complain. My kids (under 18) are not allowed on any social network.

IvoryDove 1 weeks

Tip of the iceberg.

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