Fourteen U.S. states have filed lawsuits against TikTok, accusing the company of knowingly exploiting young users for profit while ignoring known risks to child safety. Leaked internal communications revealed that TikTok was aware of dangers associated with its app but failed to address them, launching manipulative features despite this knowledge.
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These lawsuits are backed by a two-year investigation, exposing how TikTok's algorithms foster addiction after about 260 video views. Additionally, internal research showed the app's negative effects on mental health, including reduced cognitive function and increased anxiety. TikTok has faced legal scrutiny both in the U.S. and Europe for its child safety practices.