Communications Law
Mar. 16, 2023
FTC likely to issue 6(b) orders to social media companies regarding deceptive advertising
When the FTC sought information from the top social media and video streaming platforms, it was simply the next step in the evolution of the FTC as an aggressive regulator in the space of consumer privacy protection.
Jeffrey M. Dennis
Partner
Newmeyer & Dillion LLP
Email: jeff.dennis@ndlf.com
Jeffrey is the head of the firm's Privacy & Data Security practice. He works with the firm's clients on cyber-related issues, including contractual and insurance opportunities to lessen their risk.
On March 9 the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it would hold an open meeting today (March 16) to discuss, and vote upon, several proposed 6(b) Orders. One set of the 6(b) Orders will be directed towards eight unnamed social media and video streaming platforms "concerning how they monitor and review deceptive advertising on their platforms." As such, these potential Orders will seek information on how these specific companies review advertising practices...
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