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EU finds TikTok violates its digital rule book by failing to protect privacy of minors
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Associated Press , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 24, 2026
· 2 min read
The European Commission on Friday said it found TikTok had not adequately protected children’s privacy rights on its platform by allowing adults to view the accounts of minors. The action exposed children to cyberbullying, unwanted contact and predatory behavior, commission spokesperson Thomas Re...
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Key takeaway The action exposed children to cyberbullying, unwanted contact and predatory behavior, commission spokesperson Thomas Regnier said.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio parents and guardians of minors who use TikTok should take note of the European Commission's findings, as the platform's lack of adequate protection for children's privacy rights can have far-reaching consequences. The fact that most of TikTok's 170 million users in the EU are children, with a significant portion spending hours daily on the app, raises concerns about the potential risks of cyberbullying, unwanted contact, and predatory behavior in our own community. As the European Commission considers issuing a non-compliance decision and possible fine, San Antonio residents should be aware of the potential implications for TikTok's operations and the measures the company may take to address these concerns. Local families who use the platform should be vigilant about their children's online activities and consider taking steps to ensure their safety, such as adjusting privacy settings and monitoring their accounts.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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