US EditionHawaii Takes Action Against TikTok for Youth Safety Concerns
Hawaii alleges TikTok uses addictive design tactics harming millions of underage users and seeks to enforce child safety measures and truthful risk disclosures.
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State sues TikTok parent ByteDance for allegedly exploiting app’s users | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The state of Hawaii is suing ByteDance Inc., the parent company of TikTok, alleging the largest social media company in the world exploits 1 billion users worldwide — more than 150 million in the U.S. alone, including a large number of children, by false marketing and promotion for economic gain.
'The mental health and well-being of our keiki must come first': State announces TikTok lawsuit
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- The state of Hawaiʻi announced a lawsuit against one of the world's most popular social media apps on Dec. 3. TikTok currently has one billion users around the world and over 150 million across the United States. The app has become a scrolling sensation for users of all ages, but especially children. [...]
Hawaii takes action against TikTok for youth safety concerns
Hawaii files a lawsuit against TikTok’s parent company, accusing it of exploiting children for profit. The state aims to protect keiki by holding the platform accountable for its alleged harmful practices.
The state of Hawaii filed a lawsuit against ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, claiming that the platform uses design tactics that harm its users, especially children, who are exploited for economic gain. Governor Josh Green stated that the design of the application takes advantage of the vulnerabilities of minors, creating an environment where addiction and anxiety thrive. The lawsuit seeks to protect youth from platforms that prioritize profi…
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