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U.K. starts enforcing online age check rules | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 1d ago

U.K. starts enforcing online age check rules | TechCrunch

The U.K. has implemented a law requiring age verification for pornography websites, affecting around 6,000 sites. The law, part of the Online Safety Act, also mandates platforms to shield minors from harmful content, leading sites like Reddit and Grindr to adopt age verification through selfies or IDs. This measure has sparked privacy concerns from groups like the Electronic Frontier Foundation. Some users may attempt to bypass these checks with fake IDs or VPNs.

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Australian children able to bypass age limit set by social media platforms, report shows

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Economic Times · 5m ago

Australian children able to bypass age limit set by social media platforms, report shows

A report by Australia's online safety regulator revealed that children in Australia are easily bypassing age limits set by social media platforms, despite an upcoming government ban for users under 16. The study found 80% of children aged eight to 12 use social media, with YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat being most popular. Social media companies primarily rely on self-declared ages, posing challenges for enforcing age restrictions ahead of the 2025 ban.

AI could judge if user is of porn-watching age under new UK guidance

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

AI could judge if user is of porn-watching age under new UK guidance

The British government has proposed using AI-based technology to determine if viewers of online pornography are of legal age to access such content. The suggestion is part of new age-check guidance aimed at protecting children from accessing adult material online. The UK's Online Safety Act mandates that sites and apps displaying pornographic content ensure that children do not encounter it. Proposed methods include facial age estimation using AI, photo identification matching, credit card checks, and open banking. The guidance is expected to be finalized by early 2025. Critics argue that mandatory age verification threatens user privacy.

Meta, Google may lock horns over age-gating, consent norms

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Meta, Google may lock horns over age-gating, consent norms

Google and Meta are at odds over age verification and consent for users below 18 in India. Meta suggests an app-store-level check for age-gating and consent management, while Google opposes it, deeming it an excuse. Google's Markham Cho Erickson expresses concern, arguing that app-store managers should not be responsible for content. The Indian government is expected to issue a risk-based framework for age-gating under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act. Social media platforms must determine user age, parent identification, and their connection to the child. The executive rules for the DPDP Act are yet to be released.

Big Tech to face tougher rules on targeted political ads in EU

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Big Tech to face tougher rules on targeted political ads in EU

Tech giants like Facebook, Google, and Twitter may face tougher regulations on targeted political ads in the European Union (EU). The EU is currently considering proposals to impose stricter rules on online platforms to protect the integrity of political elections. These rules could include increased transparency requirements, stricter rules for micro-targeting, and limitations on data collection and use for political advertising. The objective is to prevent the spread of disinformation and ensure fair and transparent elections in the digital age.

Google, Meta at loggerheads over age-verification methods for child users - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Google, Meta at loggerheads over age-verification methods for child users - The Economic Times

Google and Meta differ in their approaches to verifying children's ages online due to regulations in Europe and India. Google proposes using encrypted digital IDs for age verification, while Meta suggests leveraging app store mechanisms. Google warns that Meta's method could expose sensitive data, lacking device consistency and excluding shared devices. India's legal framework currently lacks clear rules, complicating immediate implementation of comprehensive age verification systems. Both companies aim to comply with local requirements in India, their largest market.

Indian parliamentary panel red-flags PhonePe and Google Pay cornering 83% of India's UPI payments amid Paytm clampdown | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Indian parliamentary panel red-flags PhonePe and Google Pay cornering 83% of India's UPI payments amid Paytm clampdown | TechCrunch

An Indian parliamentary panel has recommended that the government support domestic fintech players to provide alternatives to PhonePe and Google Pay, which currently dominate the country's digital payments market. The report comes as Paytm, another leading payments firm, faces challenges in its payments bank business. PhonePe holds 46.91% of the UPI market share, while Google Pay controls 36.39%. The report highlights the need for local entities to be promoted in the fintech sector and addresses concerns about the duopoly in the mobile payments market. The National Payments Corporation of India has proposed enforcing a market share check.

Meta says gen AI had muted impact on global elections this year

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

Meta says gen AI had muted impact on global elections this year

Generative AI had limited impact on Meta platforms during major elections this year, according to Meta's president of global affairs, Nick Clegg. Coordinated networks of accounts spreading false content or propaganda failed to gain a significant audience on Facebook and Instagram. Meta was able to quickly label or remove the low volume of AI-generated misinformation. However, coordinated networks are shifting towards other platforms or operating their own websites to stay online. Meta has also retreated from stringent content moderation, aiming to protect free expression while improving the precision and accuracy of enforcing its rules. This decision is partly in response to criticism of censorship from Republican lawmakers.

Govt To Implement Data Protection Law In Phases; Startups & MSMEs To Get More Time

Startup News FYI

Startup News FYI · 1y ago

Govt To Implement Data Protection Law In Phases; Startups & MSMEs To Get More Time

The Indian government is planning to implement a phased timeline for enforcing the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Law. Major tech companies like Meta and Google will have shorter compliance timelines, while startups, micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), along with central and state government departments, may receive extended deadlines. Ongoing discussions are being held with various stakeholders to finalize the rules for implementing the DPDP Law, and startups and MSMEs have requested additional time to prepare for the required changes. The government has drafted nearly 21 rules aligned with the DPDP Law, which will be officially announced once finalized.

Texas signs into law online safety bill reportedly opposed by Apple's Tim Cook | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 2m ago

Texas signs into law online safety bill reportedly opposed by Apple's Tim Cook | TechCrunch

Texas Governor Abbott signed into law an online child safety bill requiring app stores like Apple and Google's to verify user age and obtain parental consent for minors' app downloads and in-app purchases. The law, effective January 1, faced opposition, particularly from Apple's CEO Tim Cook, who argued it could threaten user privacy. Despite lobbying efforts, the bill proceeded amid a trend of similar legislation emerging across other states.

Now the EU is asking questions about Meta's 'pay or be tracked' consent model

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Now the EU is asking questions about Meta's 'pay or be tracked' consent model

The European Union (EU) has sent Facebook and Instagram owner Meta a formal request for information (RFI) under the Digital Services Act (DSA), regarding its controversial "pay or be tracked" consent model. The EU is seeking more details about the "Subscription for no Ads options" provided to users, particularly regarding Meta's compliance with obligations related to advertising practices, recommender systems, and risk assessments. The ad-free subscription model requires users to pay monthly fees or agree to be tracked for targeted advertising, which has raised concerns about informed and freely given consent under EU data protection law. Complaints have been filed against Meta for potential breaches of data and consumer protection laws. The EU's RFI comes as part of its role in enforcing the DSA's rules for larger online platforms.

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