On Tuesday, EU industry chief Thierry Breton announced that TikTok, the social media platform owned by a Chinese company, has agreed to undergo a “stress test” in preparation for the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA).
The DSA mandates that large online platforms, including Google and Meta, take significant steps to regulate illegal content or face substantial fines. TikTok will also be required to comply with the DSA, which includes managing potential risks, undertaking independent audits, sharing data with authorities, and adhering to a specified code of conduct. These regulations will take effect in August.
He further noted that TikTok’s voluntary participation in the stress test signifies a constructive dialogue with CEO Shou Zi Chew. “Now is the time to accelerate efforts to ensure full compliance,” he added, sharing a video link of his discussion with the TikTok leader.
In the United States, lawmakers are working on amendments to a bill aimed at granting the Biden administration increased powers to potentially ban TikTok, which is owned by ByteDance. This update comes from Democratic Senator Mark Warner, who co-sponsored the legislation and spoke to Reuters on Monday.
Warner indicated that the lobbying efforts by TikTok have somewhat hindered progress on the Restrict Act since its introduction in March. He emphasized that the final proposal will clarify concerns regarding its implications for individual Americans and the perceived expansion of government authority.
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