Video platforms set up system to prevent addiction among youth

Several of China's online short video platforms including TikTok, known as Douyin in China, and Kuaishou, have started a trial system designed to prevent addiction among young users.

It is part of an initiative launched by the Cyberspace Administration of China to protect minors and ensure their healthy growth.

The administration required short video platforms including Douyin, Kuaishou and Huoshan to pilot the anti-addition system on Thursday.