
The Federal Trade Commission is currently conducting an investigation into popular social media platform TikTok regarding its data and security practices. This investigation could potentially result in a settlement or legal action against the company. The FTC is looking into whether TikTok violated federal law by engaging in 'unfair and deceptive' business practices, particularly in relation to denying access to U.S. user data by individuals in China.
Additionally, the agency is examining TikTok for possible violations of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act, which mandates that apps and websites targeting children under 13 must obtain parental consent before collecting their personal information.