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British Government Considers Age Verification Law for Online Services
The British government is reviewing a proposal that would impose internet curfews for younger users and age checks across games, VPNs, and websites. Privacy groups and technology companies have raised concerns about effects on anonymity and data security.
May 19, 4:00 AM·1m read1 source
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The British government is considering a law that would require age verification for younger internet users and impose restrictions on services including games, VPNs, and websites. Privacy groups, tech companies, and civil liberties organizations warned that the proposal could require all users to prove their age online.
They stated that mandatory checks could damage privacy, weaken anonymity, and create a patchwork of age-restricted spaces.
The same groups added that storing personal information for age checks could create security risks if data is leaked or hacked. Supporters of the measure said stronger protections are needed to keep children safe online.
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