NY lawsuit alleges TikTok ran placebo safety tests on teens

New York state's lawsuit alleges TikTok conducted experiments where safety features like 'Algo Refresh' were non-functional for thousands of users, including minors, constituting deceptive practices. The claim is based on the state's legal filing, not yet adjudicated. This matters as it could lead to regulatory action and reputational damage for TikTok, though market impact is limited.