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Data Privacy,
Technology

Jan. 29, 2024

How the FTC’s proposed COPPA Rule changes could impact the video game industry

The FTC’s proposal to expand the list of factors defining whether a website is “directed to children” raises concerns for industries like interactive entertainment, emphasizing the need for caution and potential age-gating measures.

On Dec. 20, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published suggested amendments to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act Rule (COPPA Rule). In a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), the FTC addressed proposals on changes to parental consent requirements, monetization and the use of kids’ personal data, strengthening data security requirements, and limiting children’s data retention. Additionally, the FTC proposed adding several new factors to the COPPA Rul...

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