The Lawfare Podcast

Lawfare Daily: Social Media Data Practices, with the FTC’s Jacqueline Ford and Ronnie Solomon

Nov 14, 2024
In this discussion, Jacqueline Ford and Ronnie Solomon, attorneys from the FTC Division of Privacy & Identity Protection, dive into the FTC's recent report on social media data practices. They unveil alarming data collection and retention issues among major platforms like Twitch and YouTube. The conversation emphasizes the privacy risks, especially for children and teens, and explores the FTC’s strategies for regulating these practices. Additionally, they highlight the importance of improved transparency and the authority the FTC holds under Section 6B for better consumer protection.
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