United Kingdom: Issued Ofcom ruling in investigation into TikTok for non-compliance with formal information request related to its parental control systems
Description
Issued Ofcom ruling in investigation into TikTok for non-compliance with formal information request related to its parental control systems
On 24 July 2024, the Office of Communications (Ofcom) issued a fine of GBP 1.875 million to TikTok for failing to accurately respond to a formal request for information about its parental controls safety feature. Ofcom found several noncompliances i…
Scope
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Age verification requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: user-generated content
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body