The maker of popular video game Fortnite has agreed to pay settlements worth US$520 million to resolve U.S. Federal Trade Commission complaints that it violated online privacy protections for children and tricked players into making unintended purchases. (The Logic)
Skip to content
The maker of popular video game Fortnite has agreed to pay settlements worth US$520 million to resolve U.S. Federal Trade Commission complaints that it violated online privacy protections for children and tricked players into making unintended purchases. (The Logic)
Talking point: Protecting children from online privacy invasions is a top priority, said FTC Chair Lina Khan. A filing by the commission in federal court alleged that Epic violated laws by collecting the personal information of users under 13 without notifying their parents or getting verifiable parental consent. Another administrative court complaint by the regulator alleged that Epic deceived consumers into paying for services with obstacles to canceling. Epic has neither denied nor admitted to the alleged violations. Meanwhile, earlier this month, a Quebec judge authorized a class-action lawsuit from parents who accused Epic of making Fortnite addictive to children.
Loading...
Thanks for sharing!
You have shared 5 articles this month and reached the maximum amount of shares available.
CloseThis account has reached its share limit.
If you would like to purchase a sharing license please contact The Logic support at [email protected].
CloseGift the full article!
You have gifted 0 article(s) this month and have 5 remaining.
Recipients will be able to read the full text of the article after submitting their email address. They will not have access to other articles or subscriber benefits.
Most Popular This Week
In-depth, agenda-setting reporting
Great journalism delivered straight to your inbox.
News
Carney says trade talks to heat up after Trump’s latest tariff threats
Briefing
Sleep Country plots U.S. expansion after winning bid to buy hundreds of Sleep Number stores
Horizon Aircraft sells 5 vertical takeoff planes to Australia’s V-Star, with more on order
Bombardier shares hit highest level in 24 years after deal with Saudi firm
Best business newsletter in Canada
Get up to speed in minutes with insights and analysis on the most important stories of the day, every weekday.
Exclusive events
See the bigger picture with reporters and industry experts in subscriber-exclusive events.
Membership in The Logic Council
Membership provides access to our popular Slack channel, participation in subscriber surveys and invitations to exclusive events with our journalists and special guests.
