EU finds TikTok violates its digital rulebook by failing to protect privacy of minors
The European Commission has determined that TikTok failed to adequately protect the privacy of minors, exposing them to cyberbullying and predatory behavior. The company now faces potential fines of up to 6% of its annual revenue if it does not address these regulatory concerns.
Why it matters
This represents a significant escalation in the EU's ongoing efforts to regulate Big Tech and enforce strict digital safety standards for children.
The European Commission on Friday (July 24, 2026) said it found TikTok had not adequately protected children’s privacy rights on its platform by allowing adults to view the accounts of minors.
The action exposed children to cyberbullying, unwanted contact and predatory behaviour, the commission said.
The investigation comes on the heels of back-to-back crackdowns on Big Tech by Brussels, which has led the world in regulating tech behemoths, including Meta and Apple.
TikTok can now defend itself and reply to the findings.
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