French report calls for social media ban for teenagers amid TikTok safety concerns: Why social media is under fire in France

A French parliamentary commission advocates banning social media for children under 15 and imposing a nighttime digital curfew for teenagers aged 15 to 18, following an inquiry into TikTok's harmful effects. The investigation, prompted by lawsuits and rising mental health concerns, revealed that TikTok's algorithms expose minors to toxic content, leading to addiction and psychological distress.