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Google Play is introducing mandatory age verification in select U.S. states, using methods like AI-driven facial estimation and ID scans, sparking privacy debates. This move, driven by new state laws, could reshape app access controls and set precedents for digital identity management. Developers and users must navigate the trade-offs between safety compliance and data protection.

YouTube now uses AI to estimate user ages based on behavior signals like search history and video categories, automatically restricting accounts flagged as under 18. Critics warn the system forces users to submit sensitive documents or selfies to override mistakes, shifting accountability away from the platform and onto individuals.