China sues Tencent over WeChat's 'youth mode'

WeChat may be a staple of Chinese digital life, but that isn't stopping the country's government from clamping down on the messaging giant's behavior. Reutersreports that Beijing prosecutors have sued Tencent over claims We Chat's restricted "youth mode" violates laws protecting children. The lawsuit didn't explain how the mode allegedly violated the law. Youth mode prevents younger users from accessing payments, finding nearby friends and playing certain games. It's effectively a parental contr...