United Kingdom: Information Commissioner's Office investigation into Reddit over use of children's data
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Reddit appealed fine of GBP 14.47 imposed by Information Commissioner’s Office for unlawful processing of children’s personal data
On 1 April 2026, Reddit appealed the fine of GBP 14.47 imposed by Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) for unlawful processing of children’s personal data at the First-tier Tribunal. The ICO imposed a fine of GBP 14.47 million against Reddit for …
Information Commissioner’s Office imposed a GBP 14.47 million fine against Reddit for unlawful processing of children’s personal data
On 23 February 2026, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) imposed a fine of GBP 14.47 million against Reddit for failing to use children’s personal information lawfully under the United Kingdom's General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). …
Information Commissioner’s Office announced investigation into Reddit over use of children’s data in United Kingdom
On 3 March 2025, the UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) launched an investigation into Reddit over the handling of the personal data of children in the United Kingdom (UK). The ICO is investigating how Reddit assesses the age of child user…