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TikTok settles children's privacy lawsuit for $400 million
The Department of Justice reached a settlement with TikTok and ByteDance to resolve allegations of violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. This agreement represents one of the largest recoveries ever obtained in a case involving the federal privacy law. Woodward stated the resolution secures a substantial recovery for families while reinforcing legal obligations for tech companies.
Blanche emphasized that the internet must be a safe place for children. He noted the settlement serves as a reminder that the government will pursue entities that fail to protect minor data. The litigation focused on how the platform collected personal information from young users without proper parental consent. @ASGWoodward on TikTok SettlementTikTok Settles With U.S. Over Child Privacy@AGToddBlanche on $400 Million SettlementTikTok settles $400 million children's privacy lawsuit
