A recent Federal Trade Commission (FTC) study has uncovered extensive surveillance practices employed by major social media platforms and video streaming services. The report highlights that these companies have engaged in 'vast surveillance' of users, which significantly undermines privacy and safety. The FTC emphasizes that social media users lack control over their data, particularly in the context of artificial intelligence applications. Major firms such as Meta, TikTok, and Amazon have been criticized for inadequate privacy controls and for exposing children and teens to numerous potential harms. The commission calls for stricter regulations to govern such privacy-invasive practices, suggesting a pressing need for comprehensive legislation to safeguard user data. According to the FTC, current self-regulatory measures by these tech giants are ineffective, leading to calls for increased accountability to protect consumers.