The European Parliament is pushing for a ban on social media use for children under 16. This proposal aims to protect minors from mental health risks and manipulative online content, allowing access only with parental consent for those aged 13 to 16. Public concern over children's online safety is driving this initiative.

European regulators say TikTok's addictive design elements likely breach the Digital Services Act, risking user well-being, especially for minors. They claim the app's infinite scroll and autoplay features contribute to compulsive behavior. TikTok has the chance to respond before any final decisions or potential fines are imposed.