Daily Tech Headlines A U.S. Representative Voiced “Very Serious” Concerns About Licensing TikTok’s Algorithm - DTH
Oct 17, 2025
A U.S. Representative raises significant concerns about TikTok's algorithm licensing amidst potential changes. Meta introduces new safety features for teens interacting with AI on Instagram. Micron halts the supply of server chips to Chinese data centers due to semiconductor restrictions. There are rumors about Apple planning touchscreen MacBook Pros with advanced chips and displays. Meanwhile, Nintendo boosts production of the Switch 2, anticipating high demand, while Meta prepares to discontinue Messenger desktop apps.
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Concerns Over Licensing TikTok's Algorithm
- Representative John Moulinard raised worries about licensing TikTok's algorithm if ByteDance sells U.S. assets.
- He argues a new algorithm is necessary because the current one could allow Chinese influence.
Parental Controls For Teen AI Chats
- Meta will let parents disable private chats between teens and AI characters to increase safety.
- Parents can also block specific AI characters and view broad chatbot topics discussed with teens.
PG-13 Guidance For Teen AI Experiences
- Meta will guide teen AI experiences with a PG-13 rating and roll features out on Instagram next year in key English-speaking countries.
- This comes amid U.S. regulatory scrutiny over chatbots' potential harms to minors.