Justice Department Sues TikTok, Accusing the Company of Illegally Collecting Children’s Data
The latest lawsuit focuses on allegations that TikTok violated a federal law that requires kid-oriented apps and websites to get parental consent before collecting personal information of children under 13.
Senate Passes Bill To Protect Kids Online, Make Tech Companies Accountable for Harmful Content
The bill, which passed 91-3, has been pushed by parents of children who died by suicide after online bullying or have otherwise been harmed by online content.
Justice Department Says TikTok Collected US User Views on Issues Like Abortion and Gun Control
TikTok has heavily leaned on arguments that the potential ban violates the First Amendment because it bars the app from continued speech unless it attracts a new owner.
Senate To Consider Bills That Aim To Protect Children and Teenagers Online
The legislation would create what is called a “duty of care” — a legal term that requires companies to take reasonable steps to prevent harm on online platforms minors will likely use.
What To Know about the Kids Online Safety Act That Just Passed the Senate
Proponents say the bill is a necessary first step in regulating tech companies in order to protect children from harmful online content, but opponents fear the bill would violate the First Amendment.
Federal Judge Halts Mississippi Law Requiring Age Verification for Websites
“Mississippians have a First Amendment right to access lawful information online free from government censorship,” said Chris Marchese of NetChoice, which challenged the law.
Supreme Court Keeps on Hold Efforts in Texas, Florida To Regulate Social Media Platforms
The justices returned the cases to lower courts in challenges from trade associations for the companies, which claimed that the laws violated the platforms’ speech rights.
Racial Justice, Free Speech Groups Join Fight Against Potential TikTok Ban
Groups claim the federal effort to require a sale or ban of TikTok would suppress speech from minority communities by disrupting a critical tool many use to advocate for causes.