Search Results: AgeVerificationTech

OpenAI is developing an age-prediction system and requiring ID verification for suspected minors using ChatGPT, dramatically restricting responses to sensitive topics like self-harm. This safety overhaul follows a lawsuit alleging a teen's suicide was linked to prolonged chatbot interactions. CEO Sam Altman states the company prioritizes 'safety ahead of privacy and freedom for teens,' marking a significant shift in AI guardrail implementation.

Australia's new law banning under-16s from social media accounts takes effect December 10, forcing tech giants to implement layered age verification systems. The government's guidance reveals complex technical requirements around account removal, circumvention prevention, and privacy protections—without mandating universal ID checks.