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Title: The FTC might sue TikTok over its handling of usersΓÇÖ privacy and
security

Date: Tue, 26 Mar 2024 22:49:11 +0000
Link: https://www.engadget.com/the-ftc-might-sue-ti...

TikTok, already fighting a proposed law that could lead to a ban of the app
in the United States, may soon also find itself in the crosshairs of the
Federal Trade Commission. The FTC is close to wrapping up a multiyear
investigation into the company, which could result in a lawsuit or major
fine, Politico reports.

The investigation is reportedly centered around the appΓÇÖs privacy and
security practices, including its handling of childrenΓÇÖs user data.
According to Politico, the FTC is looking into potential violations of the
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), as well as ΓÇ£allegations
that the company misled its users by stating falsely that individuals in
China do not have access to U.S. user data.ΓÇ¥ TikTok could also be penalized
for violating the terms of its 2019 settlement with regulators over data
privacy.

While itΓÇÖs not clear if the FTCΓÇÖs investigation will result in a lawsuit
or other action, the investigation is yet another source of pressure for the
company as it tries to secure its future in its largest market.. After a
quick passage in the House, the Senate is considering a bill that would force
TikTokΓÇÖs parent company, ByteDance, to sell the app or face an outright ban
in the US. The Biden Administration, which has also tried to pressure
ByteDance to divest TikTok, is backing the measure and US intelligence
officials have briefed lawmakers on the alleged national security risks posed
by the app.

TikTok didnΓÇÖt immediately respond to a request for comment.

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