Ban social media for under 15s, says French report warning of TikTok dangers

The six-month inquiry also proposes an overnight "digital curfew" for 15-18 year olds from 22:00 to 08:00.

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The six-month inquiry into the psychological effects of TikTok on minors has found that the short video-sharing platform "knowingly exposes our children, our young people to toxic, dangerous and addictive content".

"We must force TikTok to rethink its model," says the commission, which heard testimony from teenagers and the families of young victims.

TikTok responded saying it categorically rejected the commission's "misleading characterisation of our platform" which sought to "scapegoat our company on industry-wide and societal challenges".

"TikTok has an ongoing robust trust and safety programme with more than 70 features and settings designed specifically to support the safety and well-being of teens and families on our platform," a spokesperson said in a statement.