Last year, YouTube got in trouble with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. They violated rules and paid a hefty fine. Had something to do with data and collecting it based on what kids would search for. Since then, video uploaders have had to state whether their videos are directed towards kids or not. Over the last year, it has been concerning, but there was a lot of overreaction.
The problem with YouTube is that a lot of it isn't explained very well. Altogether, they are not out to fuck with people. They are not looking to punish everyone since they are aware of what they have. So does the Federal Trade Commission. Many are not exploiting kids to their content. If it is very blatant, then they will go after the violators. Knowing the site's history on how they do things, the overreaction comes from very mediocre help from them and the responses feeling very robotic with automated responses.
Figured this would be a very short blog. Not a lot going on right now that I want to discuss. No YouTube Videos blog since I wanted a recharge and take a week break from doing it. Definitely will try to get back on track next week with new videos. Seems like the site is doing a little better with handling things. If they want to keep being the go-to site, then they will keep abiding to rules and standards. That is if they can remember them.
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