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PrivacyEmerging1 sourceAug 24, 2026 · 15:00via CyberInsider

TikTok and ByteDance to pay $400 million to settle children’s privacy lawsuit

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TikTok, ByteDance, and affiliated companies have agreed to pay $400 million to settle a US Justice Department lawsuit alleging violations of federal children’s privacy law. The agreement resolves litigation brought in 2024 over TikTok’s handling of data belonging to users under 13. Under the announced settlement, TikTok will pay $300 million immediately and another $100 …

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