Video Game Regulation: Beware of 'Easy Solutions', Warns the Director of PEGI, Who Reminds the Essential Role of Parents
The Director of PEGI cautions against oversimplified age verification measures in video game regulation, emphasizing the need for parental guidance.
ECA Digital: 'If you know someone against it, be suspicious,' says Felca about the law that now requires digital platforms to check ages
Influencer Felca discusses Brazil's new ECA Digital law mandating age verification on digital platforms, urging people to question the opposition to the legislation.
Digital ECA: Agency discourages facial recognition and limits data use in age verification
The Brazilian Agency for Data Protection is proposing strict guidelines for online age verification, advocating caution with biometric methods and preferences for systems that confirm users are over 18 without revealing their identity.
ECA Digital: effective age verification begins in 2027
Effective supervision of age verification on social networks is set to start in 2027 as announced by Brazil's National Data Protection Authority (ANPD).
The Paris Court Dismissed the Request to Suspend the Online Retail Giant Shein
A Paris court rejected the French government's request to temporarily shut down part of Shein's online platform after it was found to be selling illegal goods, though a previous ban on adult products without age verification remains in force.
4chan website fined by Ofcom for failing to protect children from seeing pornography
4chan has been fined ยฃ450,000 by Ofcom for lacking proper age verification measures to prevent children from accessing pornography.
Digital ECA: porn sites still do not verify age, and networks try to guess age range
On the first day of the Digital Statute of Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital) implementation in Brazil, several pornographic websites continued to allow users to self-declare their age without proper verification.
How much does it cost to do the VTV in CABA in March 2026
The price of the Vehicle Technical Verification (VTV) in Buenos Aires increased by 19.4% in March 2026, impacting various vehicle owners depending on their car's age and mileage.
Digital Child Statute: Google and Meta explain how they verify users' age
Google and Meta outlined their age verification mechanisms in Brazil coinciding with the enforcement of the Digital Child Statute.
Rimi introduces new digital solution for age verification in stores
Rimi Latvia has implemented a digital age verification solution using Smart-ID at its self-service checkouts.
Platforms must verify users' age starting this Tuesday; see how it will work
Starting Tuesday, social media and online services must implement age verification for users to better protect children and adolescents.
Age verification can combat pornography addiction
Brazil's new Digital Child and Adolescent Statute requires age verification for accessing pornographic websites, aiming to protect minors.
Digital ECA comes into effect this Tuesday (17); see what changes for platforms and users
Brazil's Digital ECA establishes new regulations for protecting minors online, requiring technology companies to implement age verification and content protection measures.
Remote surgery for cancer, identity verification at parcel terminals, and 'WhatsApp' for children. Technology news
Meta introduces a new feature for WhatsApp that allows children under the age of 13 to use the platform with parent-controlled accounts.
Australiaโs pornography age-verification: a victory for advocates or a gateway to โdarker corners of the internetโ
The article discusses the controversial age-verification processes implemented by pornographic websites in Australia and the implications for user privacy.
Even after prohibition, 1 in 5 teenagers still use social media in Australia
Despite a ban on minors using social media platforms in Australia, one in five teenagers under 16 continues to access these services.
Age verification of ECA Digital may take months; porn sector awaits guidance
The implementation of age verification under Brazil's ECA Digital law will not be immediate and may take months, with the government currently drafting a regulatory decree.
Amid a wave of online child safety laws, age verification technology reaches maturity
The advancement of age verification technology has been facilitated by artificial intelligence, as governments push tech companies to enhance child safety measures.
Christmas without TikTok and Instagram? A possible ban on social media for children is being considered
Poland's Ministry of Education is planning to introduce restrictions on social media access for children under 15, similar to measures already implemented in other countries, aiming to shift age verification responsibilities from parents to platform operators.
The Linux community was outraged upon hearing about California's new law
The Linux community has reacted with anger to California's newly passed law requiring operating systems to verify user ages during setup.
Australia Prohibits Online Pornography for Minors โ Age Verification Required
Australia has enacted a law prohibiting minors from accessing adult-oriented websites by requiring users to prove their age to access such content.
Oliver Laas: Age Verification in Operating Systems
The article discusses the implications of age verification laws in digital platforms as they expand globally, particularly looking at examples from Australia, the UK, and the US.
Australia launches age verification for accessing pornography
Australia has implemented new digital safety regulations requiring users to prove they are over 18 years old to access pornography and restricted online content.
Age verification for R-rated games and websites raises privacy concerns
New online safety codes in Australia require age verification for R-rated games and websites, raising privacy concerns among experts.
Australians will have to verify their age to watch pornography from Monday. Hereโs what you need to know
Australians will soon be required to verify their age to access pornography online as new regulations take effect.
Big Tech are playing with us in age verification. Itโs punishing victims instead of perpetrators
The Polish government is considering measures to restrict social media access for minors through age verification, raising concerns about online safety for teenagers.
Porn websites begin blocking Australian users as deadline for age verification compliance looms
Several adult websites have started blocking Australian users ahead of a new law requiring age verification, with significant fines for non-compliance.
Why it is so difficult to verify the age of minors on social media: 'In the end, a very big risk is created'
The article discusses the challenges and risks associated with verifying the age of minors on social media in the context of a proposed law in Spain banning access to social networks for those under 16.
More than 350 scientists warn about the ineffectiveness and dangers of age verification on the internet
Over 350 scientists from 30 countries have raised concerns about the ineffectiveness and risks of online age verification to protect minors.
Sudden turn regarding the loud ban. Deputy Minister: We need to establish rules
The Polish Deputy Minister of National Education discussed the complexities of a proposed ban on social media usage for individuals under 15, stressing the need for age verification methods.
More than 350 scientists warn about the ineffectiveness and dangers of verifying age online
Over 350 scientists have issued a warning about the inefficacy and potential dangers of online age verification as a means to protect minors from harmful content.
Age Verification Platforms: Intriguing Details in the 'Persona' Code
A security investigation uncovers a significant vulnerability in the age verification systems used by popular digital platforms like Discord and ChatGPT.
Poland also wants to ban social networks for children under 15. Tusk's government is already preparing a law
The Polish government is preparing a law that would prohibit access to social media for children under 15, making operators responsible for age verification.
Poland considers social media ban for under 15s
Poland is planning to impose a social media ban for teenagers under 15, alongside age verification checks for various platforms.
How much does the VTV cost in CABA in February 2026
The article discusses the costs and regulations of the Vehicle Technical Verification (VTV) in Buenos Aires for vehicles that exceed certain age or mileage thresholds starting February 2026.
Apple activates age verification systems in response to global laws
Apple has started implementing an age verification system for app downloads globally to comply with new laws preventing minors from accessing certain apps.
'Children had their data collected': Reddit fined R$ 100 million in the UK
Reddit has been fined over R$ 100 million in the UK for illegally processing children's personal data without proper age verification mechanisms.
Nowacka: access to social media for children under 15 will be restricted
Poland's Minister of Education announces plans to restrict social media access for children under 15 due to inadequate age verification.
Roblox is unable to protect children from sexual predators; faces another lawsuit
Roblox, a popular gaming platform for children, is facing a lawsuit over allegations of failing to protect children from online predators due to inadequate age verification and content moderation.
Transgender Minnesota lawmaker pushes back on adult site age verification bill over fears of overreach
Minnesota State Rep. Leigh Finke expresses concerns over age verification laws for adult sites, arguing that they could limit access to educational content for LGBTQ youth.
Porn company handed record fine by UK regulator for failing to verify ages
A UK porn company was fined ยฃ1.35 million by Ofcom for failing to implement age verification checks as required by the Online Safety Act.
F.A.Z. Podcast Knowledge: How to Keep Children Away from Social Media?
This podcast episode discusses the challenges of enforcing social media bans for children and teenagers, focusing on recent developments in Australia.
Grindr begins to require age verification for users in Brazil
Grindr has started implementing age verification for users in Brazil to comply with new legal requirements.
The Lithuanian Parliament is considering a social media ban for those under 16
The Lithuanian Parliament is debating a proposal to ban social media access for people under the age of 16, requiring platforms to enforce age verification.
Social Media Ban: How Australian Children Bypass Age Verification
Australian children are reportedly bypassing age verification protocols to access social media platforms, despite the implementation of the world's first social media ban.
British Embarrassment with Discord's Age Verification: Data Retained Longer Than Promised
British users express outrage as Discord admits to retaining age verification data longer than initially promised.
Grindr starts requiring age verification for users in Brazil
Grindr has begun implementing age verification for users in Brazil to comply with new digital child protection laws.
Member of Parliament Proposes Setting 16-Year Age Limit for Social Networks
A Lithuanian parliament member has proposed that the legal age for using social media should be set at 16, along with mandatory age verification mechanisms for platforms.
Discord Will Introduce Age Verification in March
Discord will implement age verification measures starting in March.
ChatGPT will start verifying the age of its users in Europe
OpenAI's ChatGPT will implement age verification for its users in Europe, requiring them to provide a selfie video or identification to unlock usage restrictions.