A review of TikTok's internal communications suggests executives were aware the app could potentially harm teens because of its addictive nature but pursued them as users anyway, according to NPR.

NPR reports the communications were part of a lawsuit filed against the multibillion-dollar company by 14 attorneys general on Tuesday, alleging the app was designed to addict young people and hide the risks. TikTok denied wrongdoing and said it has safety features to protect children.

The company's communications were previously redacted in separate lawsuits filed by the states, except for one filed by Kentucky, NPR reported. Kentucky Public Radio revealed some of the material before the complaint was sealed.........

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