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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 20 โ€ข 07:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

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.

Feb 20 โ€ข 06:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

As of July 1st: the new Florida law that would eliminate yellow stickers on vehicle plates

Florida is moving towards a new law that would remove yellow stickers from vehicle registration plates, opting for an electronic verification system instead.

Feb 20 โ€ข 00:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Digital Policy: SPD Calls for Social Media Ban for Children Under 14

The SPD party in Germany is advocating for a social media ban for children under 14 years old, proposing age verification via the EUDI-Wallet app.

Feb 15 โ€ข 19:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Protecting Without Surveillance: The Great Dilemma of Age Verification in Brazil

Brazil's new Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents mandates age verification on risky online platforms, raising concerns about privacy and autonomy for young users.

Feb 13 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning Rio on Wednesday, February 11, 2026

The article covers various news highlights including a Tesla accident, a police operation against online sexual crimes, concerns about a narrative involving Lula, the use of AI in child abuse image creation, and the adoption of age verification by social networks.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Google allows account recovery with selfie, but registration is required; see how to do it

Google has introduced a new method of account recovery using video selfies for users who have lost access to their accounts due to device theft or loss.

Feb 9 โ€ข 18:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

There are new services in the mObywatel application. Security guide and more

The article discusses new services launched in the mObywatel application, including identity document security features and the introduction of mObywatel Junior.

Feb 5 โ€ข 12:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Assassination of Symbolism: Dissecting an Israeli Campaign Against Dr. Hossam Abu Safia's Championship

A digital verification team revealed a systematic Israeli campaign targeting Palestinian doctor Hossam Abu Safia, aimed at justifying his continued detention and undermining his medical and humanitarian identity.

Feb 4 โ€ข 08:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Spain moves towards banning social media for under 16s: Sanchez government tightening regulation and confrontation with Musk

Spain, following Australia and France, is moving to implement a ban on social media for those under 16, with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez stating that the government will require digital platforms to effectively verify users' ages.

Feb 3 โ€ข 19:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Spain bans social media for minors under 16

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced a ban on social media access for minors under 16, requiring platforms to implement age verification systems to create a safer digital environment.

Feb 3 โ€ข 11:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Government announces new tool. It will help verify age on the internet, among other things

The European Digital Identity Wallet (EUDIW) will offer features for confirming identity for public and some commercial services while allowing selective sharing of data.

Feb 3 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

A new way to verify identity electronically has emerged in Lithuania

Lithuania introduces a new electronic identity verification service that enhances user choice, builds trust in digital services, and fosters healthy competition among providers.

Feb 3 โ€ข 08:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Mandatory Verification of Digital Identity on Social Networks in the EU: What Could Change

The EU's potential move towards mandatory digital identity verification on social media, spurred by Ireland's upcoming EU presidency in 2026, aims to combat anonymous threats and abuse but raises concerns over privacy and implementation.

Dec 31 โ€ข 17:03 UTC

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