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Mandatory Internet Age Verification Raises Privacy Concerns


Legislative efforts to mandate age verification for accessing certain online content are gaining momentum across the U.S., sparking concerns from digital rights advocates about privacy, data security, and free expression. While supporters argue the rules are necessary to protect children, critics counter that age checks could backfire and lead to the shrinking of the internet as more personal information is collected and stored by tech companies.

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