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Investigation Reveals How TikTok Executives Ignored Internal Child-Safety Warnings

CNET By Omar Gallaga Oct 20, 2026 · 5:42 PM 0 views 0 comments

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NPR reports that TikTok staff raised the alarm on youth bypassing age restrictions as well as being sexually exploited on the platform.

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