Ofcom Opens Formal Investigation Into TikTok's Child Safety Compliance Under UK Online Safety Act

Ofcom has opened a formal investigation into TikTok over potential failures to protect children from harmful content under Section 12 of the UK's Online Safety Act 2023. The regulator has not reached conclusions. Penalties for non-compliance can reach £18 million or 10% of global revenue. TikTok says it is confident it meets its obligations.