Age verification legislation has been a hot topic lately, with many states and even federal lawmakers eyeing restrictions that would force users to turn over their IDs to access their smart devices. In an attempt to beat big government to the punch, Google just announced new age limits coming to Android.
Despite the hype, the measure doesn’t have the protective powers its advocates claim.
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On the other hand, Google’s approach could be worse.
The worst news is, it won’t satisfy big government, which will likely push for tighter restrictions still.
This isn’t a complete solution for people hoping their digital rights won’t be arbitrarily locked.
Age verification is coming to Android
In late July, Google announced that it is rolling out a way to provide “age-appropriate experiences” for Android users
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