Overview

• The FTC's investigation suggests TikTok may be violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
• This move follows a 2019 settlement where TikTok paid $5.7 million for similar violations.
• TikTok disputes the FTC's allegations, claiming they are based on outdated practices.
• The referral adds to TikTok's legal challenges, including a potential U.S. ban if ByteDance doesn't divest.
• The FTC's public announcement of the referral is unusual but deemed necessary for public interest.