Tag: Digital Services Act

EU finds TikTok violates its digital rulebook by failing to protect privacy of minors

July 24, 2026 admin

This image is used for representational purposes only. | Photo Credit: Reuters 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…

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EU Toughens Safety Rules For Online Retailer Shein

April 26, 2024 admin

Reacting to the announcement, Shein said it would comply with the rules. (Representational) Brussels, Belgium: The European Union on Friday added Chinese-founded online retailer Shein to its list of digital companies that are big enough to come under stricter safety curbs. The company joins Facebook, TikTok, X, YouTube and others on a list of “very…

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Big tech told to identify AI deepfakes ahead of EU vote

March 26, 2024 admin

The European Commission has issued a set aft of guidelines for digital giants to tackle risks to elections including disinformation. File | Photo Credit: AFP The EU called on Facebook, TikTok and other tech titans on March 26 to crack down on deepfakes and other AI-generated content by using clear labels ahead of Europe-wide polls in…

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