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FTC Sues TikTok for Violating US Children’s Privacy Law (COPPA)

The FTC has filed a lawsuit against TikTok and its parent company ByteDance for violating the US Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). The lawsuit claims TikTok knowingly collected data from millions of children under 13 without parental consent, in breach of a 2019 FTC order. Despite internal concerns, TikTok allegedly continued collecting and sharing children’s data, failed to delete accounts upon parental request, and allowed children to bypass age verification. The suit seeks civil penalties and a permanent injunction to prevent further violations.

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AEPD Reports on Addictive Internet Patterns Impacting Minors

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has released a report on the influence of addictive internet patterns, focusing on the significant impact on minors. The report highlights how service providers often use deceptive and addictive design strategies to extend user engagement and collect more personal data. These practices particularly affect vulnerable groups like children and adolescents, influencing their preferences and development. The AEPD aims to have these patterns included in the EDPB guidelines, emphasizing the high risk to data protection rights in digital environments.

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Polish DPA Publishes Guide On Protecting Children’s Privacy Online

On 8 July 2024, the Polish Data Protection Authority (UODO) and the Orange Foundation released a guide to help institutions and adults protect children’s privacy online. The guide highlights the dangers of sharing children’s images, such as cyberbullying, identity theft, and pedophilia. It emphasizes the ethical and legal responsibilities of adults in handling children’s images and offers practical advice on obtaining consent and mitigating risks. The guide aims to raise awareness and promote safer practices in the digital age.

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The Nordic Data Protection Authorities, led by Denmark's Datatilsynet, released guidelines to protect children's data in online gaming. This document emphasizes four key GDPR principles: fairness, transparency, data minimization, and accountability. It aims to guide game developers in ensuring responsible data practices, highlighting the special protections required for children's personal data. These guidelines were formulated in response to the growing digital gaming industry and the need for enhanced privacy measures for young players.

Nordic DPAs Publish Guidance to Strengthen Children’s Data Protection in Online Gaming

The Nordic Data Protection Authorities, led by Denmark’s Datatilsynet, released guidelines to protect children’s data in online gaming. This document emphasizes four key GDPR principles: fairness, transparency, data minimization, and accountability. It aims to guide game developers in ensuring responsible data practices, highlighting the special protections required for children’s personal data. These guidelines were formulated in response to the growing digital gaming industry and the need for enhanced privacy measures for young players.

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