The EU has updated its age verification standards for minors, with a focus on privacy-preserving methods.
India's proposed Digital Privacy Data Protection Act, 2023, requires websites and online services to verify user age and obtain parental consent for minors.
The proposal has drawn criticism for its potential privacy implications, as there may not be a perfect system in place to ensure accuracy and protect user privacy.
The Commission nationale de l’informatique et des libertés (CNIL) has pointed out the need for a system that adheres to data minimisation principles.
Author's summary: EU updates age verification standards for minors with a focus on privacy.