The Supreme Court on October 14, 2026, examined how the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA), enacted in 1988 to safeguard video rental records, should be interpreted in the context of contemporary internet tracking. The case could influence the legal standing of consumers regarding lawsuits over the sharing of their video viewing history. Justices heard oral arguments regarding the applicability of the law in today's digital environment.
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Supreme Court Considers Application of 1988 Video Privacy Law to Internet Tracking
The Supreme Court is reviewing the applicability of the 1988 Video Privacy Protection Act to modern internet tracking practices. The outcome may affect consumers' ability to sue over the sharing of their video viewing history.
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Supreme Court weighs scope of 1980s video privacy law in internet newsletter age
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Supreme Court Considers Application of 1988 Video Privacy Law to Internet Tracking