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TikTok invokes human-rights law in appeal hearing over UK child data privacy fine

By Frank Hersey ( May 20, 2025, 20:29 GMT | Insight) -- TikTok cited human rights law as it built its case in a UK court today that the country's privacy watchdog went beyond its powers in fining the platform, including for unlawful processing of children's data. The appeal relates to a 2023 fine from the Information Commissioner’s Office, or ICO, of 12.7 million pounds. On the second day of hearings, TikTok focused on a particular aspect of data law that it argues shields it from attempts at enforcement.TikTok invoked human rights law as it built its case in a UK court today that the country's privacy watchdog went beyond its powers in fining the platform, including for unlawful processing of children's data....

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