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The KIDS bill moving through Congress prompts concerns about stifled speech and intrusive age verification
The Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act (KIDS Act) has passed the House of Representatives, proposing new regulations for online video games concerning child safety and communication. Opponents raise concerns about mandatory age verification, potential stifling of free speech, and the removal of a 'duty of care' provision, despite the bill's stated aim of protecting minors.
New US Congress bill proposal requires all operating system providers to verify ages
A new bill has been proposed in the US Congress that would require all operating system providers to verify the age of their users. Introduced by Representative Josh Gottheimer and co-sponsored by Representative Elise M. Stefanik, the bill has bipartisan support but its specific verification methods remain unclear. Critics express concerns about potential privacy implications and security risks.
