EU Updates Age Verification Standards for Minors
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 meet additional obligations for minors, including obtaining verifiable parental consent and refraining from targeted advertising.
The proposal has drawn criticism for its potential privacy implications, with concerns over the accuracy of verification methods and protection of user privacy and security.
The Commission nationale de l’informatique et des libertés (CNIL) has pointed out the need for a system that ensures accuracy, protects privacy and security, and adheres to data minimisation principles.
Author's summary: EU updates age verification standards for minors.