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April 20th, 2010
FTC to Review Children’s Online Privacy Rule
The Federal Trade Commission has scheduled a public meeting to consider changes to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act ("COPPA") Rule. "Protecting Kids’ Privacy Online: Reviewing the COPPA Rule" will be held June 2, 2010 at the FTC Conference Center in Washington, DC. The COPPA Rule applies to 1) operators of commercial Web sites and online services directed to children under 13 that collect, use, or disclose personal information from children; and 2) operators of Web sites or online services focusing on general audiences where those entities have actual knowledge that they are collecting, using, or disclosing personal information from children under 13.
The free event will examine the COPPA Rule in light of the wave of new technologies (e.g., smart phones, interactive TV) that weren’t present when the Rule became effective 10 years ago. To recommend a speaker or submit a proposed topic for discussion, send an email to childrensprivacyroundtable@ftc.gov.
If you have any questions about the COPPA Rule, or other privacy matters, please contact any member of the Frankfurt Kurnit Technology, Digital Media, & Privacy Group.
Disclaimer. This alert provides general coverage of its subject area. We provide it with the understanding that Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz is not engaged herein in rendering legal advice, and shall not be liable for any damages resulting from any error, inaccuracy, or omission. Our attorneys practice law only in jurisdictions in which they are properly authorized to do so. We do not seek to represent clients in other jurisdictions.
Other Technology Law Alerts
Risky Business Just Got Riskier - DOJ Changes Stance on Internet Gambling
Last week the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) made waves in the online gambling industry with an Opinion interpreting the Wire Act (18 U.S.C. § 1084). In the Opinion, DOJ's Office of Legal Counsel concluded that most sections of the Wire Act are not limited to sports-related wagers and instead prohibit the use of interstate wires for any bets or wagers. Read more.
January 23 2019
Video Games With Advanced Communications Services Must Now Be Accessible to Players With Disabilities
An important legal waiver recently expired and as a result, video game developers and publishers must now ensure that new and substantially upgraded games comply with the accessibility requirements of the 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act (“CVAA”). Read more.
January 7 2019
Shields On: 9th Circuit Strengthens Legal Defense for Video Game Developers
There's good news for game developers who incorporate real-world elements in their games. On October 20, 2017, the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit affirmed a trial court decision which found that Gran Turismo, a Sony video game, was an expressive work entitled to First Amendment protection Read more.
November 2 2017
