nuNov 6, 2026, 11:43

Brussels warns TikTok over harmful video feed and threatens fines

The European Commission has warned TikTok that its algorithmic feed may violate the Digital Services Act due to risks posed to user mental health. If the company fails to address concerns regarding addictive content and limited user control, it could face fines of up to 6 percent of its global annual revenue.

The European Commission has issued a formal warning to TikTok, claiming its personalized content feed poses significant risks to user mental health. Investigators argue that the platform's algorithm promotes addictive behavior and harmful content related to topics like loneliness, depression, and body image. Because users have limited control over these recommendations, regulators believe the app fails to meet safety requirements established under the European Digital Services Act. This legislation mandates that major online platforms must proactively identify and mitigate systemic risks to their user base.

TikTok has been given an opportunity to formally respond to these preliminary findings. If the Commission concludes that the company has failed to comply with European regulations, TikTok could face substantial financial penalties amounting to up to 6 percent of its annual global turnover. This investigation follows previous regulatory concerns regarding the platform's impact on minors and its design features. While the company previously adjusted its advertising transparency, the issue of content recommendation remains a primary focus of ongoing oversight by European authorities.

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