The European Commission on Wednesday requested social media platforms YouTube, Snapchat and TikTok to provide information on how they recommend content to users. Under the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA), platforms have to mitigate risks linked to their recommender systems, including mental health risks and the dissemination of harmful content. YouTube and Snapchat are to provide details on their algorithm and its role in amplifying risks linked to the electoral process and civic discourse, mental health and the protection of minors, a press release said. TikTok is questioned over …