TikTok will ban beauty filters for users aged 13 to 17 worldwide, aiming to address concerns over unrealistic beauty standards and their impact on self-esteem. The ban, rolling out soon, will block filters like “Bold Glamour” that alter facial features in ways makeup cannot.
TikTok is also trialing AI-based systems to better enforce its under-13 age restriction, addressing criticism for weak enforcement. The changes align with new UK and EU regulations, highlighting the influence of legislation on platform policies.
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