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The New York Governor signed the SAFE for Kids Act, targeting social media platforms' addictive feeds for minors. Defined as feeds using algorithms to engage users based on their behavior, the act prohibits such feeds for users under 18 without parental consent, and mandates platforms to use reasonable methods to verify age. If violated, the New York Attorney General can impose penalties of up to $5,000 per infraction. The act, designed to protect children's mental health, will take effect 108 days post-regulation by the AG's office.

SAFE for Kids Act Signed into Law in New York

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The New York Governor signed the SAFE for Kids Act, targeting social media platforms’ addictive feeds for minors. Defined as feeds using algorithms to engage users based on their behavior, the act prohibits such feeds for users under 18 without parental consent, and mandates platforms to use reasonable methods to verify age. If violated, the New York Attorney General can impose penalties of up to $5,000 per infraction. The act, designed to protect children’s mental health, will take effect 108 days post-regulation by the AG’s office.

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The OECD published a report titled "Towards Digital Safety by Design for Children." This report highlights the importance of integrating safety features into digital environments tailored to children. It discusses international guidelines and emphasizes proactive measures such as age assurance and child-centered design. The report also stresses the need for transparency, accountability, and ongoing risk management to protect children's privacy and ensure a safe digital experience.

OECD Releases Report on Digital Safety for Children

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The OECD published a report titled “Towards Digital Safety by Design for Children.” This report highlights the importance of integrating safety features into digital environments tailored to children. It discusses international guidelines and emphasizes proactive measures such as age assurance and child-centered design. The report also stresses the need for transparency, accountability, and ongoing risk management to protect children’s privacy and ensure a safe digital experience.

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The California Attorney General announced a $500,000 settlement with Tilting Point Media LLC. The company violated the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) by collecting and sharing data from children without parental consent in the popular game "SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off." The settlement includes injunctive terms mandating compliance with privacy laws, ensuring parental consent, and proper configuration of third-party software in games.

California Settles with Tilting Point Media over kids game “SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off” Data Violations

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The California Attorney General announced a $500,000 settlement with Tilting Point Media LLC. The company violated the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) by collecting and sharing data from children without parental consent in the popular game “SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off.” The settlement includes injunctive terms mandating compliance with privacy laws, ensuring parental consent, and proper configuration of third-party software in games.

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