The EU says that TikTok's "addictive design" is illegal under the DSA, citing the app's infinite scroll and recommendation algorithm, in preliminary findings (Adam Satariano/New York Times)
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February 6, 2026
Adam Satariano / New York Times: The EU says that TikTok's“addictive design” is illegal under the DSA, citing the app's infinite scroll and recommendation algorithm, in preliminary findings — European Union regulators said the app's infinite scroll and personalized algorithm led to “compulsive” behavior, especially among children.
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