Tag: Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
DOJ announces $400M TikTok settlement over children's privacy allegations
August 24, 2026SSN Staff
WASHINGTON—The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced a $400 million settlement with TikTok, ByteDance and affiliated entities to resolve litigation concerning compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and its implementing regulations.
Under the settlement, TikTok will pay $300 million immediately and an additional $100 million upon entry of an order vacating a prior consent decree entered against...
AU10TIX launches free assessment tool and readiness guide
August 7, 2025SSN Staff
AMSTERDAM — AU10TIX has announced the launch of a free Child Safety Age Assurance Risk and Readiness Assessment and Age Assurance Readiness Guide designed to help businesses better understand their risk and tailor their strategy to meet regulatory obligations.
In the U.S., federal legislation such as the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) requires parental consent for users under 13, while the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) mandates age verification for websites...