Consumer watchdogs call on FTC to investigate kids apps

More than 20 consumer advocacy groups are calling on the US government body to hold kids app makers accountable for deceptive marketing practices.

By Alexandra Whyte

October 30, 2018

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apps, campaign for a commercial-free childhood, center for digital democracy, Federal Trade Commission, FTC, in-app purchases, kids apps, tech complaint

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Alexandra Whyte is Kidscreen's News & Social Media Editor. Contact her at awhyte@brunico.com

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