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Discord begins experimenting with face scanning for age verification


Discord is currently running a limited test involving age verification through facial scanning technologies. The company confirmed that the test aims to "age-gate access" to specific spaces...

Privacy preservation appears to be a priority, according to Discord, with the test primarily targeting younger users attempting to access sensitive or potentially unlawful content on the platform. Meanwhile, Australia has opted for a stricter approach, planning to ban users under 16 from accessing social media altogether – a measure expected to take effect by the end of 2025. Social media expert Matt Navarra points out that regulatory bodies are actively seeking effective methods to identify underage users online, with facial recognition emerging as one of the fastest solutions.

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