Identity verification: An age-old problem


As kids get on the Internet at a younger age and spend more time surfing, age verification systems must be bolstered to beat spoofing. — Face id vector created by pch.vector - www.freepik.com

Countries such as Switzerland, the United Kingdom and, most recently, Australia are asking for extra safeguards to be implemented to ensure those under the age of 18 will not be able to access online content deemed unsuitable for their age.

Google Australia announced in March that it may require users to produce additional proof of age before being allowed to view mature content on YouTube or download certain apps or games from the Google Play store.

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