The New York Attorney General’s office has formally accused TikTok of endangering minor users by conducting secret safety tests involving the platform's 'Algo Refresh' feature. According to the allegations, the company excluded approximately 15 million users from these tests as part of its internal safety research protocols.
The legal action centers on claims that these undisclosed experiments compromised the well-being of adolescent users. The investigation highlights concerns regarding how the platform manages algorithmic changes and safety protections for its younger demographic.
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