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European Union’s KIDS Act wants more age verification and less login bonuses for online games
The European Union is proposing the KIDS Act, a draft law aimed at regulating online games and other digital services to protect minors. The act seeks to implement stricter age verification, discourage excessive playtime through measures like limiting login bonuses, and enhance parental controls. It also aims to provide transparency regarding the real monetary value of in-game transactions and virtual currencies.
Epic boss Tim Sweeney says the EU's social media ban for under-13s 'would be terrible for the next generation…
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney criticized the European Union's proposed KIDS Act, which would ban social media use for children under 13 and restrict access for those aged 13-15. Sweeney argued that such regulations would stifle creativity and expression, comparing modern games like Fortnite and Roblox to essential tools for digital creation.
AI Yi-Yi!
The European Union's AI Act, which includes rules for chatbots and content, is set to take effect this week, despite some speculation about delays. Meanwhile, China's AI models are creating a divide between Silicon Valley and the White House, impacting international AI development and policy.
EU announces new rules on AI transparency
The European Union has announced that new rules regarding AI transparency are now enforceable across the bloc. These regulations aim to provide greater clarity and oversight on artificial intelligence technologies.
If physical games are dying, we need better laws for our digital rights
Sony's decision to end disc production for PlayStation games and the impending removal of Studio Canal films from PlayStation Video highlight the precariousness of digital ownership. The article argues for stronger consumer rights and new laws to protect digital purchases, contrasting them with the freedoms offered by physical media. It notes ongoing efforts in the EU and France to address these issues, while also pointing to PC storefronts like GOG.com as alternatives offering true ownership.
The European Union reveals details of its tech sovereignty package
The European Union has unveiled new proposals aimed at bolstering its technological independence. These initiatives include increased investment in European startups and companies to strengthen the region's homegrown technology sector.
Game History and Preservation
A public hearing was held in the European Parliament regarding game preservation, with discussions on preventing the destruction of video games. Separately, prototype gameplay for the unreleased Quake 4: The Awakening has surfaced online.
Ireland is testing out a digital wallet that conducts age verification for social media users
Ireland is currently testing a Government Digital Wallet that will enable secure age verification for social media users. This initiative, part of a broader European Union regulation, aims to protect children and young people online by ensuring designated platforms have robust age verification measures. The pilot phase is opt-in, and feedback is being collected to refine the user experience before its public release later this year.
Stop Killing Games organizers say EU commission meeting ‘went fine’ but admit to uphill battles
Organizers from the Stop Killing Games movement reported a 'fine' but challenging meeting with the European Union commission regarding game preservation. While some officials were supportive, others raised legal concerns about limiting companies' ability to remove purchased games. The campaign emphasizes that this is a consumer rights issue, not just about playing old games, and highlights the importance of preserving digital art.