Ofcom investigates TikTok for potential failures in protecting children online
The UK’s online regulator, Ofcom, has launched an investigation into TikTok for potentially failing to protect children from harmful content. Ofcom is particularly concerned about the platform's ineffective age verification methods, which could leave many children exposed to risky posts. Compliance failures may result in fines up to £18 million as scrutiny of social media age verification intensifies.
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Published 16 Jul 2026, 11:34 UTC · Updated 16 Jul 2026, 12:00 UTC
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