TikTok wins leave to challenge €345m children’s privacy fine

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TikTok was granted permission to challenge the Data Protection Commission’s €345m fine over children’s privacy at the High Court on 23 October 2023.

The judicial review concerns the commission’s decision following an investigation into TikTok’s privacy settings and features, including its handling of personal data belonging to under-18s and age checks for children under 13. The company says the findings and process were flawed and asks the court to set them aside.

The matter was adjourned to a date in December. TikTok was also permitted to seek a stay on the fine if needed.