TikTok has criticized the opening of a French criminal investigation into its algorithms, accused of driving young people to suicide.
We strongly refute the accusations
TikTok stated that it offers more than 50 features and preset settings designed specifically to support the safety and well-being of teenagers.
Paris prosecutor Laure Beccuau said the probe was opened in response to a parliamentary inquiry, which highlighted a failure to protect the mental health of vulnerable users on the app.
Author's summary: TikTok faces French probe over youth suicides allegations.