TikTok Under Fire As Florida Calls Out The App’s Deception (opens in new tab)

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sued TikTok on Monday, accusing the app of violating state law by allowing minors access to inappropriate content and deceiving parents.The lawsuit claims that TikTok illegally permits children to view dangerous content “while prioritizing user engagement and profits,” and that the app breaches Florida’s House Bill 3, which became effective January 1, 2025. The bill is meant to protect minors by requiring social media platforms to prohibit those under 1...