EU to crack down on TikTok, Instagram's ‘addictive design’ targeting kids on social media

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU is investigating platforms that let children spiral into harmful content online. The statement signals potential regulatory scrutiny for digital platforms, with possible implications for content moderation and child-safety compliance. Market impact is limited in the near term but could weigh on affected tech and media platforms if formal action follows.

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EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU is investigating platforms that let children spiral into harmful content online. The statement signals potential regulatory scrutiny for digital platforms, with possible implications for content moderation and child-safety compliance. Market impact is limited in the near term but could weigh on affected tech and media platforms if formal action follows.