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FTC Wants To Update Child Online Privacy Laws

FTC proposes changes in child online privacy laws.

by Long Island Attorney Paul A. Lauto, Esq.

Federal regulators have decided, in light of newer developments such as Facebook and mobile games, that they want to update the laws designed to protect childrens' online privacy.  A 1998 law currently requires websites to obtain parental consent before collecting personal information from children under 13 years of age. However, the FTC is of the opinion that in today's digital age, additional protective measures are necessary.

See the details in our latest Scales of Justice blog at http://www.liattorney.com.

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