General · 21 May 2026

Ofcom: TikTok and YouTube feeds aren't safe enough

Children's online safety is still a major worry, with a new report finding popular video platforms are not safe enough. Ofcom found TikTok and YouTube, stating their content feeds fail to protect young users from harmful material. Both companies maintained their feeds were already safe, but Ofcom's evidence suggests they need significant changes to protect children.

By BriefTea Editorial · 21 May 2026 at 4:15

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