Disney to Pay $10 Million to Settle Alleged Violations of Children's Privacy Laws

Core Points - A federal court has approved a settlement requiring Disney to pay $10 million in civil penalties for violating children's privacy laws [1] - The case was initiated by the Justice Department following an investigation by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding Disney's failure to label certain videos for children as "Made For Kids" on YouTube [2] - The mislabeling allowed YouTube to collect personal data from children under 13, violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA) [3] Company Actions - Disney is barred from operating on YouTube in a manner that violates COPPA and is required to implement a program to ensure compliance with the law [5] - Disney has expressed its commitment to children's privacy and safety, stating that it embraces high standards of compliance with children's privacy laws [5] Regulatory Context - The Justice Department emphasized the importance of protecting parents' rights to safeguard their children's privacy [6] - The FTC's order penalizes Disney for breaching parental trust and includes a mandated video-review program to enhance online protection for children [7]