EU Demands Explanation from TikTok on "Addictive and Toxic" Lite App and User Payments

The European Commission has given TikTok 24 hours to explain the risk assessment procedures used before launching its new "Task and Reward Lite" program, which rewards users for completing tasks on the app. The Commission is concerned about the potential impact on the protection of minors and the mental health of users, particularly in relation to addictive behavior. TikTok has also faced scrutiny in the US and is under investigation in the EU for its transparency and protection of minors.