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Age-Gating Internet Debate Heats Up

Updated 2026-05-14 19:05 UTC 1 source Negative

Linux developers are fighting a new proposal that would require operating systems to collect users' ages and pass them to app developers. The bill, SB26-051, aims to age-gate the internet through devices, sparking concerns among tech advocates.

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The Verge
In January, Colorado lawmakers introduced a proposal to make operating systems collect users' ages and pass them to app developers. The bill, SB26-051, had clearly been designed for commercial platforms like iOS and Android - one of numerous plans to age-gate the internet through users' devices. It
2026-05-14 18:58 UTC
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