Meta, TikTok, X CEOs face questioning by US senators about child sexual exploitation

US senators on Wednesday grilled the biggest social media companies, saying they had failed to do enough to protect children from sexual predators on their platforms, and said Congress must quickly pass legislation. The hearing marks the latest effort by lawmakers to address parents' concerns that tech firms put profits over making sure their platforms do not harm children.

Meta, TikTok, X CEOs face questioning by US senators about child sexual exploitation
US senators on Wednesday grilled the biggest social media companies, saying they had failed to do enough to protect children from sexual predators on their platforms, and said Congress must quickly pass legislation. The hearing marks the latest effort by lawmakers to address parents' concerns that tech firms put profits over making sure their platforms do not harm children.