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Thirteen States and D.C. Sue TikTok Over Addictive App's Harm to Children

Oct 8, 2024, 02:12 PM

Thirteen U.S. states and Washington D.C. have sued TikTok, accusing the social media platform of designing an addictive app for teens and children that harms their mental health. Filed on Tuesday by a bipartisan group of Attorneys General, the lawsuits allege that TikTok fosters addiction among young users, leading to issues such as anxiety, sleep loss, and body image concerns. The states also accuse TikTok of misrepresenting its commitment to user safety.