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EU threatens to suspend TikTok Lite app's 'addictive' rewards

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

EU threatens to suspend TikTok Lite app's 'addictive' rewards

The European Union (EU) has launched an investigation into TikTok's Lite app and threatened to suspend a feature that rewards users for watching and liking videos due to concerns about child safety. The EU's probe is part of its efforts to enforce the Digital Services Act, which aims to regulate content online. TikTok Lite, a smaller version of the popular TikTok app, arrived in France and Spain in March and allows users aged 18 and over to earn points through a rewards program. The EU is demanding a risk assessment from TikTok and may impose fines or penalties if the company fails to comply.

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ByteDance gets 24 hours to show EU a DSA risk assessment for TikTok Lite

TechCrunch · 1y ago

ByteDance gets 24 hours to show EU a DSA risk assessment for TikTok Lite

Chinese company ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, is facing scrutiny from the European Union (EU) over compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA). The EU is concerned about TikTok Lite, a version of the app that allows users in France and Spain aged 18 and over to earn points for certain in-app activities. The EU has requested information from TikTok about the risk assessment it conducted before launching TikTok Lite, particularly regarding the potential impact on youth mental health and addictive behavior. TikTok has 24 hours to provide the risk assessment and until April 26 to provide further information. The EU could potentially open a formal investigation if compliance failures are identified.

TikTok, bowing to EU, withdraws rewards programme

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

TikTok, bowing to EU, withdraws rewards programme

TikTok has agreed to permanently remove a feature in its spinoff app, TikTok Lite, in France and Spain. The feature, which rewarded users for watching and liking videos, has been deemed potentially addictive by European regulators. TikTok Lite is a smaller version of the popular TikTok app, designed to use less memory and perform over slower internet connections. This move comes as the European Union's Digital Services Act gains momentum, requiring digital firms to monitor online content to protect users. TikTok is still under investigation for not doing enough to address negative impacts on young people.

TikTok quizzed by EU on TikTok Lite launch in France, Spain

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

TikTok quizzed by EU on TikTok Lite launch in France, Spain

The European Commission has given TikTok 24 hours to provide a risk assessment on its new app TikTok Lite, amid concerns about the potential impact on children and users' mental health. This follows an investigation into TikTok over possible breaches of the Digital Services Act. The Commission has requested more information on the risk assessment, particularly in relation to the protection of minors and potential addictive behavior. TikTok must provide the assessment within 24 hours and additional requested information by April 26, 2024. The Commission will then analyze the response and determine next steps.

EU court rejects TikTok bid to suspend tough curbs

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

EU court rejects TikTok bid to suspend tough curbs

Social media platform TikTok has lost a court bid in the European Union to suspend strict new regulations that designate it as a market gatekeeper. The EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) aims to create a fairer market by enforcing changes on major tech firms. TikTok has challenged its designation as a gatekeeper, but failed to demonstrate the urgency required for an interim order. The platform will now have to comply with the DMA while its case is ongoing. TikTok, along with other tech giants, is also challenging the EU over other regulations and fees.

TikTok is bringing its dedicated STEM feed to Europe

TechCrunch · 1y ago

TikTok is bringing its dedicated STEM feed to Europe

TikTok is expanding its dedicated STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) feed across Europe, starting in the UK and Ireland. The feed, which was first launched in the US last year, automatically appears alongside users' "For You" and "Following" feeds for those under 18. Users over 18 can enable the feed through the app's settings. The STEM feed includes English-speaking content with auto-translate subtitles. TikTok has also partnered with Common Sense Networks and Poynter to assess the content's appropriateness and reliability. This move is part of TikTok's efforts to position itself as an educational platform and address criticisms of harmful content and addictive design.

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TechCrunch · 1y ago

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TikTok is expanding its dedicated STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) feed across Europe, starting in the UK and Ireland. The feed, which was first launched in the US last year, automatically appears alongside users' "For You" and "Following" feeds for those under 18. Users over 18 can enable the feed through the app's settings. The STEM feed includes English-speaking content with auto-translate subtitles. TikTok has also partnered with Common Sense Networks and Poynter to assess the content's appropriateness and reliability. This move is part of TikTok's efforts to position itself as an educational platform and address criticisms of harmful content and addictive design.

One year in, EU turning up heat in big tech fight

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

One year in, EU turning up heat in big tech fight

The European Union's aggressive pursuit of Big Tech continues in 2024 with the implementation of tough regulations and new legal powers. The Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Digital Markets Act (DMA) are the two laws driving these efforts. The EU has already achieved notable victories, such as forcing TikTok to remove an addictive feature and pressuring Apple to back down in a dispute with Epic Games. Companies like Apple and former Twitter (now called X) are facing scrutiny and potential fines for violating the DMA. The EU's actions signal that it is ready for a fight and aims to curtail competition investigations to a maximum of 12 months. However, legal battles and uncertainty remain as companies can challenge fines and decisions in EU courts.

TikTok is now letting creators in more countries earn money for their effects

TechCrunch · 1y ago

TikTok is now letting creators in more countries earn money for their effects

TikTok is expanding its Effect Creator Rewards program to more regions and reducing the minimum requirement for creators to start earning rewards. The program, which rewards creators for the effects they develop through TikTok's AR development platform, will now be available in 33 additional countries. Previously, creators needed an effect to be used in 200,000 qualified videos within 90 days to start earning rewards, but now it only requires 100,000 qualified videos. TikTok is also transitioning to a new revenue per mile (RPM) model, where creators collect rewards based on the number of qualified videos that use their effect within 90 days.

US House overwhelmingly passes TikTok ban bill

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

US House overwhelmingly passes TikTok ban bill

The US House of Representatives has passed a bill that could force TikTok to divest from its Chinese owner, ByteDance, or face a ban in the United States. The legislation gained bipartisan support and threatens the popular video-sharing app's future in the country. However, the fate of the bill remains uncertain as it moves to the Senate, where some lawmakers are hesitant about taking such drastic action against an app with 170 million US users. The bill also grants the president the power to designate other applications as national security threats. TikTok's parent company has 180 days to sell the app or risk being barred from app stores in the US.

Relieved US TikTok enthusiasts hope 'magic' returns as app is restored

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

Relieved US TikTok enthusiasts hope 'magic' returns as app is restored

Millions of American TikTok users faced a temporary shutdown due to national security concerns, but service was restored less than 24 hours later after President-elect Donald Trump's intervention. While users were relieved, uncertainty persists about the app's future. Trump's interest in a joint venture with a 50% U.S. ownership position has stirred concerns that the TikTok experience might change. Some users, especially content creators, expressed relief but also distrust towards the government, fearing shifts in the app's dynamics.

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