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Ofcom launches investigation into TikTok child safety concerns

Ofcom launches investigation into TikTok child safety concerns
BBC News Thursday 16 July 2026, 08:19 UTC 1 min read
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It follows a review by the regulator in May that criticised the platform for not being "safe enough" for children.

It follows a review by the regulator in May that criticised the platform for not being "safe enough" for children.
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