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Google to enforce age checks on Android devices globally by year-end

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Hacker News ·

Google will expand its age verification system to all Android devices worldwide by the end of 2026. The Age Signals API lets developers tailor experiences based on user age, with enforcement starting in the Google Play Store. This move aims to comply with growing global regulations on child safety and data privacy.

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The API gives Google more control over age data, but raises questions about how it will handle privacy and enforcement across different jurisdictions.
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