Venezuela

TikTok Fined $10 Million by Venezuelan Court Due to Dangerous Challenges

3 months ago

In a significant ruling, a Venezuelan court has imposed a hefty fine of $10 million on the social media platform TikTok. This decision is the result of a tragic incident in which a young boy lost his life after reportedly participating in a dangerous online challenge facilitated by the platform. This legal action is part of a broader effort by the Venezuelan government to hold social media companies accountable for content that poses risks to the wellbeing of children and teenagers.

Venezuela’s Maduro Calls on TikTok to Address Fatal ‘Challenge’ Trend

4 months ago

In a startling move, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has summoned representatives from TikTok following the tragic incidents linked to a dangerous social media challenge that has reportedly resulted in multiple fatalities across the country. The challenge, which encourages adolescents to engage in risky behavior for views and likes, has raised alarms among government officials, educators, and parents alike.