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The FTC Still Cares About Privacy

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What should you know about recent FTC enforcement actions announced over the last few days? In short, privacy enforcement is a “go.” Here are some takeaways....more

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FTC COPPA Enforcement - Still Alive and Well

Two recent high profile settlements signal that the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) will continue to aggressively enforce violations of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (“COPPA”). In a particularly high-profile...more

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Disney to Pay $10M to Settle Allegations of Unlawful Kids’ Data Collection

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The FTC settled with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. and Disney Entertainment Operations LLC (collectively, “Disney”) over allegations that Disney violated the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA) by allowing...more

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Streaming Under Scrutiny: Roku’s Response to Michigan AG’s Allegations of COPPA and Other Privacy Law Violations

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On April 29, Michigan Attorney General (AG) Dana Nessel filed a lawsuit against Roku, Inc. (Roku), the smart TV and device provider and streaming service, alleging Roku violated the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act...more

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Amendments to the COPPA Rule Now in Effect

On June 23, significant amendments (Amendments) to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Rule (COPPA Rule) became effective, which increase obligations on many operators of websites and online services. The...more

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DSIR Deeper Dive: Taking a Look at Privacy at the FTC - Six Months into the New Administration

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It has been roughly six months since Andrew Ferguson took over as chairman of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Since that time, Mark Meador was confirmed as the third Republican commissioner (joining Commissioner Melissa...more

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New Jersey Issues Draft Privacy Regulations: The New

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New Jersey recently released draft privacy regulations, and there is a lot to unpack and process. In this three-part series, I will break down the regulations - Part 1: The New Personal data: • Scraping is carved...more

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Connecticut Enacts Significant Amendments to State’s Data Privacy Law

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On June 25, Connecticut Governor Lamont signed Senator James Maroney’s SB 1295 into law. The bill makes several notable changes to Connecticut’s existing consumer data privacy law, including modifying its applicability...more

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Nebraska and Vermont Pass Age-Appropriate Design Codes

Nebraska and Vermont are the latest U.S. states to join the growing landscape of children’s online safety laws that have swelled in state chambers in recent years. On May 30, 2025, Nebraska Governor Jim...more

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New York’s Child Data Protection Act Is Now In Effect: What You Need to Do

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On June 20, 2025, the New York Child Data Protection Act (CDPA) took effect, ushering in some of the most comprehensive child and teen privacy protections in the United States. The law applies to operators of websites, apps,...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

FTC amendments to COPPA Rule effective soon

On April 22, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC or the Commission) published an updated Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Rule (Rule) in the Federal Register. The updates are effective June 23, 2025. But...more

Troutman Pepper Locke

Streaming Under Scrutiny: Michigan AG Alleges Roku Violates COPPA and Other Privacy Laws

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On April 29, Michigan Attorney General (AG) Dana Nessel filed a lawsuit against Roku, Inc. (Roku), the smart TV and device provider and streaming service, alleging that Roku collects and monetizes personal data from children...more

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Michigan AG Sues Roku Over Alleged Privacy Violations

The Michigan Attorney General has filed a complaint against Roku, a popular TV content platform, alleging, among other things, violations of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act and the Video Privacy Protection Act...more

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Children’s privacy and online safety remain a focal point for regulators

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In case you missed it: Michigan’s Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against Roku, alleging that the company collects and shares children’s personal data and video viewership data in violation of COPPA and the VPPA,...more

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Arkansas Online Privacy Act Expands Privacy Protections for Children and Teens

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On April 21, 2025, Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed HB 1717 into law. HB 1717, which will take effect on July 1, 2026, prohibits operators of online services “directed at children” or operators with “actual...more

White & Case LLP

Unpacking the FTC’s COPPA Amendments: What You Need to Know

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On April 22, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published its final amendments ("the Amendments") to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Rule in the Federal Register. The Amendments expand the...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Part 2: Children and Location: Ferguson’s FTC Privacy Enforcement Priorities

While Andrew Ferguson advocates for a restrained regulatory approach at the FTC, his statements and voting record reveal clear priority areas where businesses can expect continued vigorous enforcement. Two areas stand out in...more

McDermott Will & Schulte

FTC Finalizes Amendments to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule

On April 22, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) changes to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA Rule) were published in the Federal Register. The updates will go into effect on June 23, 2025, and...more

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Michigan AG Sues Roku Under Multiple Privacy Regulatory Schemes

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On April 29, 2025, the Michigan Attorney General filed a lawsuit in the Eastern District of Michigan against Roku on multiple grounds, alleging violations of: (a) the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and (b)...more

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

FTC Finalizes Updates to COPPA Rule: What You Need To Know

On April 22, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published final updates to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act Rule (COPPA Rule). The final COPPA Rule goes into effect on June 23, 2025, 60 days after its...more

Venable LLP

FTC Finalizes COPPA Rule Changes, New Rule Takes Effect in June

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On January 16, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC or Commission) published a final rule on the FTC website updating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Rule (Final Rule). This Final Rule follows a...more

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States Continue to Get Tough on Tech over Child Safety

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Alabama AG Steve Marshall has filed a lawsuit against TikTok Inc. and affiliated entities alleging that the social media company violated state consumer protection laws by making deceptive representations, including...more

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Sweeping Changes to Children’s Privacy Law Will Affect Businesses

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On June 23, 2025, businesses will face a new world of children’s privacy regulation, with amendments to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) imposing a host of requirements on operators. The sweeping new...more

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Big Changes for Small Users: FTC Finalizes COPPA Rule Update

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On April 21, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) finalized a significant and long-awaited update to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Rule—the law’s first update since 2013. The revised Rule introduces...more

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FTC Announces Significant Amendments to COPPA

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On April 22, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published substantial amendments to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA), which will take effect on June 23, 2025. Businesses subject to COPPA must ensure...more

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