@KenPaxtonTX As an Age Verification provider, it is great to see large platforms putting measures in place to protect children online. If you are interested in our solutions take a look at our website https://t.co/7NMowNDa92 or feel free to get in touch via [email protected]🌐
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has reached a settlement with the operator of Chaturbate, one of the most visited pornographic websites on the internet, to ensure the company complies with state age verification laws.
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Exciting news from Australia! 🇦🇺 Communications Minister Michelle Rowland announced that mandatory #ageverification is under active consideration, potentially enhancing protection for young users on #socialmedia platforms.
#TechNews#OnlineSafety
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📅 Save the Date
Wednesday, April 10th, 10 - 11 am: #digitalconsent technology with Alastair Graham, Iain Corby from the Age Verification Providers Association, and event organiser, Tony Allen.
Thursday, April 11th, 2 - 2:55pm: #ageassurance ensuring #responsiblegambling
A few days to go until the Age Check Certification Scheme Global Age Assurance Standards Summit in Manchester!
If you're attending, be sure to look out for our senior management team members, Alastair Graham and Rachel Butcher. To virtually attend click: https://t.co/gXdKF3I3oF
EU investigates TikTok for child safety violations. Alleged shortcomings include addictive design, insufficient #ageverification, and privacy settings. Possible penalties loom under Digital Services Act. Platforms must prioritise #onlinesafety.
The Utah Senate moves forward with age-assurance legislation, a significant stride for child safety online. AgeChecked prioritises privacy while ensuring effective age verification to foster a safer internet. #OnlineChildSafety#DataPrivacy
Romance scams are on the rise, totaling over £88 million last year alone, with an 8% increase from the previous year. It's crucial to verify profiles on dating platforms like Tinder to combat fraud. Let's create a safer internet together! Happy Valentine's Day! #OnlineSafety 💕
Florida House Votes to Keep Kids Off Adult Websites
“The same logic that applies to preventing children from entering adult establishments must be applied to accessing pornographic materials online.” said Republican House Speaker @Paul_Renner
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🎉 Just 1 week until ICE – the iGaming pinnacle! 🚀 AgeChecked is hosting an exclusive evening event with BetComply for top industry leaders! 🥂 Connect: [email protected]. We can't wait for the biggest ICE yet! 🌐 #ICE2024#AgeChecked#Countdown
🏛Exciting News in Florida Legislation! 'Social Media Use for Minors' bill advances with a 13 to 1 vote. The bill prioritises child safety, mandating age verification on platforms📲
https://t.co/ZjnlAsaVCn
#FloridaLegislation#OnlineSafety#YouthWellbeing#HB1
Safer Internet Day is just around the corner, and we're eagerly counting down the days! At AgeChecked, we're proud to join hands in supporting this global initiative to foster a safer online environment for all. #saferinternetday#OnlineSafety#SafeOnline#agecheck#TechNews
🚀Exciting News! AgeChecked is thrilled to be part of ICE London 2024! Join us to connect, catch up, and forge new collaborations. Passionate about age verification, KYC, and shaping the industry's future. Email [email protected] to schedule a meeting #ICE2024#ICELondon🌍
2024: UK leads #AgeVerification globally! Online Safety Act passed, Ofcom guides compliance. US faces AV delays, but UK powers ahead. Skeptics recall past setbacks, but Ofcom's muscle makes this time different. Excited for 2024! 🌐 #2024predictions#OnlineSafetyAct#TechProgress
🔞 Jake Nash-Wilson from our Associate Member, @agechecked is going through what comprehensive online age verification looks like. It's the responsibility of all online retailers & platforms to prevent #vaping products being sold to under 18s.
Canada’s House of Commons has just passed the S-210 bill to the next stage. This seeks to protect children from adult content. Whilst it is clear there is concern over age verification measures, it's positive to see lawmakers aligning Canada with the EU, UK & multiple US states
We're making progress!
Today the House of Commons voted to refer Bill S-210 to committee study. Let's continue our work to protect children from online pornography! #cdnpoli
These measures will help ensure online porn services meet their duties to protect children – while safeguarding adults’ privacy and rights to watch legal porn.
We found 80% of people support age assurance checks to protect children. Here's how they could work: