Google has agreed to a $30 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit accusing it of illegally collecting personal data from children on YouTube and using it for targeted advertising. The settlement was filed Monday in federal court in San Jose, California, and awaits approval by U.S. Magistrate Judge Susan van Keulen[1][2][5].
The lawsuit alleges that Google violated the Children’s Onli...
The lawsuit alleges that Google violated the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), which prohibits collecting data from children under 13 without parental consent. The case covers individuals in the U.S. who watched YouTube while under the age of 13 between July 1, 2013, and April 1, 2020. It is estimated that up to 45 million people could be eligible for small payments from the settlement[2].
Google denies the allegations but chose to settle the case....
Google denies the allegations but chose to settle the case. This lawsuit follows previous regulatory actions, including a landmark $170 million settlement in 2019 with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and New York State Attorney General over similar COPPA violations. That case had forced YouTube to change its business practices, restricting targeted advertising on children’s content and significantly impacting creators focused on young audiences[3][4].
The recent settlement highlights ongoing scrutiny of Big Tec...
The recent settlement highlights ongoing scrutiny of Big Tech companies regarding children’s data privacy, with lawmakers continuing to investigate YouTube Kids for allegedly exposing children to harmful content and aggressive advertising[3]. The case is part of a broader regulatory trend emphasizing data privacy compliance, which challenges tech firms to balance profitability with legal and ethical standards[4].
Representatives for the plaintiffs include attorneys from Pr...
Representatives for the plaintiffs include attorneys from Pritzker Levine LLP and Silver Golub & Teitell LLP. The case is titled *Nichole Hubbard et al. v. Google LLC et al.* in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California[3].
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 6:40:21 PM
The U.S. government has secured a $30 million settlement from Google over allegations that YouTube Kids unlawfully collected children’s personal data and used it for targeted advertising, with the settlement filed Monday in federal court in San Jose, California, pending approval by U.S. Magistrate Judge Susan van Keulen[1]. This follows previous regulatory actions including a record $170 million settlement in 2019 involving the FTC and New York Attorney General for similar violations of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), which included $34 million going to New York State[2][4]. Attorney General Letitia James emphasized the commitment to children's privacy and holding tech companies accountable for abuses under COPPA[2].
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 6:50:21 PM
Google’s $30 million settlement to resolve allegations of unlawfully collecting children’s data on YouTube Kids has drawn mixed industry reactions, with privacy experts calling it a significant but smaller follow-up to the earlier $170 million COPPA-related penalty Google faced in 2019. Legal analysts note the settlement signals ongoing regulatory pressure on Big Tech to comply with children’s online privacy laws, emphasizing that “this case highlights the need for robust parental consent mechanisms and transparency in data practices”[1][4]. Consumer advocates urge that while the payment is substantial, continuous monitoring and stronger enforcement are critical to deter future violations.
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 7:00:31 PM
Google has agreed to a **$30 million settlement** over a lawsuit accusing YouTube Kids of illegally collecting children's personal data globally to target them with ads[3][4][5]. This settlement highlights increasing international scrutiny on tech giants’ data privacy practices involving minors, following precedent cases like the $170 million FTC settlement against Google in 2019 for similar violations in the U.S.[2]. The global response reflects rising demands for stricter enforcement of children’s online privacy protections across jurisdictions.
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 7:10:29 PM
Google has agreed to a $30 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit accusing it of unlawfully collecting personal data from children under 13 on YouTube Kids without parental consent[3][4]. This settlement follows earlier major penalties, including a $170 million FTC settlement in 2019 over similar privacy violations[1]. The current case, Hubbard et al. v. Google LLC, allows affected users to file claims by upcoming deadlines in September and October 2025, with payouts estimated around $10 or vouchers per claimant[3].
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 7:20:53 PM
Google has agreed to a $30 million settlement to resolve allegations that YouTube unlawfully collected personal data from children under 13 and used it for targeted advertising, violating privacy laws[1][5]. The case, filed in federal court in San Jose, highlights ongoing regulatory scrutiny around YouTube Kids’ technical handling of user data, including the absence of verifiable parental consent mechanisms mandated by COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act)[1][4]. This settlement reinforces the requirement for platforms to implement more robust data privacy controls and transparent data collection disclosures specifically for child-directed content.
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 7:30:29 PM
Google’s $30 million settlement over YouTube Kids’ data privacy lawsuit marks another significant regulatory impact on its business practices, following a prior $170 million FTC penalty in 2023 for similar violations, signaling increased scrutiny on child data protection in the tech industry[1][3][4]. This settlement could sharpen competition as rivals may leverage stricter compliance and privacy-friendly features to attract cautious parents and advertisers, potentially reshaping the children’s digital content market landscape[3][5]. The persistent legal challenges emphasize growing regulatory pressure that may constrain Google’s data-driven advertising dominance in family-oriented digital services.
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 7:40:26 PM
Experts and industry analysts view Google's $30 million settlement as a significant but measured response to ongoing concerns over children's data privacy on digital platforms. Privacy specialist Dr. Laura Simmons noted, "While $30 million may seem substantial, it reflects both the persistent regulatory pressure and the challenges in policing data use on massive platforms like YouTube Kids"[1][5]. Industry observers emphasize that this settlement, pending court approval, underscores the growing scrutiny over children’s data but still falls short of the $170 million FTC settlement Google faced in 2019 for similar violations, indicating evolving but inconsistent enforcement in this sector[3].
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 7:50:25 PM
Consumer and public reaction to Google's $30 million settlement over YouTube Kids' data privacy lawsuit has been mixed, with some parents and privacy advocates calling the amount insufficient given the scale of the alleged violations involving 35 to 45 million affected children. Plaintiffs' attorneys noted the case covers children aged 13 or younger who watched YouTube between 2013 and 2020, and critics argue the settlement is a "slap on the wrist" compared to the $170 million fine Google paid in 2019 for similar violations[1]. Meanwhile, lawmakers continue to investigate YouTube Kids for allegedly exposing children to harmful content and predatory advertising, reflecting ongoing public concern over Google's handling of children's data and safety on the platform[3].
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 8:00:29 PM
Google has agreed to a $30 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit alleging it illegally collected personal data from children under 13 on YouTube without parental consent and used it for targeted ads; the settlement, filed August 18, 2025, awaits approval from U.S. Magistrate Judge Susan van Keulen in San Jose, California[1][2]. This comes as a regulatory follow-up to a prior 2019 Federal Trade Commission (FTC) settlement where Google paid $170 million and agreed to comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), including strict prohibitions on collecting data from child-targeted videos without verifiable parental consent[1][4]. The current settlement covers an estimated 35 to 45 millio
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 8:10:24 PM
Google’s $30 million settlement over YouTube Kids’ data privacy lawsuit signals a renewed regulatory focus that could intensify competitive pressures in the children’s digital content market. The settlement covers up to 45 million children’s accounts dating from 2013 to 2020 and follows a prior $170 million FTC fine in 2019, emphasizing the high stakes for platforms targeting young audiences and potentially motivating rivals to strengthen compliance to avoid similar penalties[1][4]. U.S. Magistrate Judge Susan van Keulen’s involvement underlines ongoing judicial scrutiny, which may reshape industry norms around collecting children’s data and targeted advertising[2][3].
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 8:20:24 PM
Google’s $30 million settlement over the YouTube Kids data privacy lawsuit marks a significant but smaller financial impact compared to the $170 million fine from the FTC in 2019, signaling ongoing regulatory pressure in the children's digital privacy space[1][2]. This settlement affects a potential class of 35 to 45 million children under 13 who used YouTube between 2013 and 2020, intensifying scrutiny on how tech giants collect and use data for ad targeting in a highly competitive online video market[1]. The case underscores shifting competitive dynamics as companies must balance user privacy compliance with monetization strategies in the kids' content segment.
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 8:30:27 PM
Google agreed to a $30 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit accusing it of illegally collecting data from children under 13 on YouTube Kids without parental consent, violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). The case involves an estimated 35 to 45 million affected users from July 2013 to April 2020, and the settlement awaits judicial approval. This follows previous regulatory action in 2019 when Google faced a $170 million fine from the Federal Trade Commission for similar COPPA violations, highlighting ongoing government scrutiny of children's data privacy practices[1][4].
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 8:40:23 PM
Google’s $30 million settlement over allegations of illegally collecting children’s data on YouTube has captured global attention, highlighting ongoing international concerns about minors’ data privacy, especially as the case could impact an estimated 35 to 45 million users worldwide[1][2]. The settlement underscores increasing regulatory scrutiny beyond the U.S., prompting calls for stricter enforcement of children’s online privacy laws internationally and emphasizing the need for companies to comply with regulations similar to COPPA globally[1][3].
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 8:51:01 PM
Google has agreed to a $30 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit accusing it of illegally collecting personal data from children under 13 on YouTube between July 1, 2013, and April 1, 2020, violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)[1][2]. The data, reportedly used for targeted advertising, involved millions of U.S. users and highlights ongoing regulatory scrutiny over minors’ digital privacy in large-scale content platforms[1][2]. Although Google denies wrongdoing, this settlement may affect an estimated 45 million eligible individuals, underscoring significant technical implications for data collection practices and compliance mechanisms on platforms serving children[1].
🔄 Updated: 8/19/2025, 9:01:01 PM
Following Google's $30 million settlement over the YouTube Kids data privacy lawsuit, **Alphabet Inc. shares dipped 1.3% in after-hours trading**, reflecting investor concerns about continued regulatory risks in digital advertising and children's data protection[1][2]. Analysts noted that while the settlement amount is modest compared to prior fines, the case underscores ongoing legal scrutiny that could impact **long-term stock sentiment** in the tech sector. Market commentary also highlighted potential ripple effects on Google's advertising revenue due to increasing compliance costs and stricter data regulations[1].