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Online age verification in the USA – a complete timeline
By Olivia Powell published
A full timeline of all the age verification laws in the United States, and what they mean for their citizens

Mandatory age verification is now going live in Ohio — here's what it means for users
By George Phillips last updated
Age verification laws will soon come to Ohio. Adults accessing online content deemed "harmful" to minors will have to verify their age.

Can you trust age verification agencies with your data?
By Michael Simon last updated
Age verification service providers handle highly sensitive information, but there are some important differences about how long they’ll keep it and who they’ll share it with.

Lost or stolen phone? 7 essential steps to protect Your data
By Amber Bouman published
A lost or stolen phone can lead to panic but taking several key steps right away can help protect the sensitive personal and financial data stored on it.

Neon app that sold recorded phone calls for AI training is now offline after a security flaw exposed all of its users' data
By Amber Bouman last updated
A popular new app will pay you for your recorded phone calls but it's selling that data to AI companies for training to do so.

Age verification on X – how does it work and do you need to do it?
By George Phillips last updated
X is one of the sites implementing age verification checks. Some users have been unable to comply, while others look to bypass them – here's how it all works.

What is AgeGO, and is it safe to use?
By Olivia Powell last updated
With new age verification laws in the UK, many people are considering AgeGO to verify their age. But is it safe to use?

What is the most private way of verifying your age?
By Joe Chivers last updated
There are multiple different ways to verify your age, but which will keep your data the most private?
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