States Ask Snap and TikTok to Give Parents More Control Over Apps

A group of attorney generals on Tuesday Asked Snap and TikTok Working more closely with parental control apps and applying greater scrutiny to inappropriate content on their platforms is the latest salvo in a growing child protection battle between governments and social media companies. Attorneys general from 43 states and territories said in a letter …

YouTube, Snap and TikTok admins take turn to reply

Lawmakers will question YouTube, Snap and TikTok executives on Tuesday morning over growing concerns that their platforms could harm children and teens. A subcommittee of the Senate Commerce Committee said the hearing will examine “how tech companies treat young audiences, including how algorithms and product design choices can increase harm, addiction, and privacy intrusions.” Scheduled …