European Commission opens proceedings against TikTok under the DSA for TikTok Lite launch
The investigation
The absence of age verification methods on Tik Tok are already under investigation in the first formal proceedings against Tik Tok, which were initiated in February 2024. This investigation will scrutinise TikTok's compliance with DSA obligations, including the submission of risk assessment reports and the implementation of risk mitigation measures. Failure to comply with the DSA obligations could result in fines against Tik Tok.
Next steps
The European Commission may impose interim measures, such as suspending TikTok Lite’s rewards programme in the European Union, if deemed necessary. This investigation follows the first formal proceedings against Tik Tok, which were also focussing on various DSA compliance issues.
This development also removes the burden of supervisory duties from Digital Services Coordinators, or any other competent authority of EU Member States regarding suspected DSA infringements. The Commission’s action against TikTok reflects a broader regulatory trend.
The official press release can be found here.
Our previous blog post on the DSA can be found here.
