US Senators put YouTube, TikTok, Snap on defensive on kids’ use


The subcommittee is widening its focus to examine other tech platforms, with millions or billions of users, that also compete for young people’s attention and loyalty. — AP

WASHINGTON: US Senators put executives from YouTube, TikTok and Snapchat on the defensive on Oct 26, questioning them about what they’re doing to ensure young users’ safety on their platforms.

Citing the harm that can come to vulnerable young people from the sites – ranging from eating disorders to exposure to sexually explicit content and material promoting addictive drugs – the lawmakers also sought the executives’ support for legislation bolstering protection of children on social media. But they received little firm commitment.

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