The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is set to host a workshop titled "The Attention Economy: How Big Tech Firms Exploit Children and Hurt Families" on June 4, 2025. The event will delve into the ways in which major technology companies use addictive design features, undermine parental authority, and inadequately shield children from harmful content. Additionally, it will discuss potential measures by the FTC, Congress, state governments, and other organizations to support parents and safeguard children online.
The workshop is scheduled for Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Time. It will be conducted both online and in person at the FTC’s Constitution Center building located at 400 7th St SW Washington, D.C. A webcast link is available on the event page for those who wish to attend virtually.
Remarks will be delivered by Senators Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee and Katie Britt of Alabama, alongside FTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson and Commissioners Melissa Holyoak and Mark R. Meador. The agenda includes four panel discussions.
Participants can follow the conversation on Twitter/X using the hashtag #FTCProtectKids.
The Federal Trade Commission's mission includes promoting competition as well as protecting and educating consumers. They emphasize that they will never demand money or make threats, nor instruct individuals to transfer money or promise prizes. More information about consumer topics can be found at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, where scams, frauds, and bad business practices can also be reported. Updates from the FTC are available through their social media channels, blogs, and press releases.
