EU Finds TikTok Algorithm in Breach of Digital Rules Over Harmful ‘Rabbit Holes’
European regulators want TikTok to change how it recommends videos, saying its safeguards fail to protect users from potentially harmful content.
TL;DR
- The European Commission has determined TikTok is in breach of the EU's Digital Services Act.
- TikTok's 'For You' recommendation algorithm is criticized for directing users toward potentially harmful content.
- These recommendations can negatively impact mental health, especially for children and vulnerable adults.
- Existing safeguards on TikTok, like the 'Not Interested' button, are considered inadequate by regulators.
- The algorithm reportedly prioritizes viewing time over user preferences in content selection.