FTC informed DOJ that China's TikTok may be violating U.S. child privacy law. FTC referred a complaint against TikTok and ByteDance to DOJ. DOJ to decide on potential lawsuit. Separate from sell-or-ban legislation. TikTok facing lawsuits over child deaths. Considered national security threat.
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FTC informs DOJ of potential violations by TikTok and ByteDance of child privacy law
FTC refers complaint to DOJ for potential legal action