EU says age-check app 'ready' in push to protect children online
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EU says age-check app 'ready' in push to protect children online

The Hindu·1h ago·Positivity

What Happened

The European Union announced an age verification app is ready for deployment in coming months. EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen confirmed the development. The app replaces clickable pop-up banners on adult websites asking users to confirm they're over eighteen. This initiative aims to strengthen child protection from online harm across the EU.

Key Entities

European UnionUrsula von der Leyenage verification appchild protectiononline safety

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