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Meta rolls out automated age checks for teens globally

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Briefings

Meta has implemented automated age verification for Instagram accounts beginning this month, with the same system extending to Facebook and Threads. This move targets users under 18, requiring them to prove their age before accessing content. The implementation is part of Meta's broader efforts to comply with global age restrictions and prevent minors from engaging with adult material.

Key points

• Meta is deploying AI-powered age verification scans for Instagram accounts starting this month.
• The same automated system will be extended to Facebook and Threads accounts.

Context

Meta is implementing automated age verification for Instagram accounts starting this month, with the same system extending to Facebook and Threads. This aligns with global age restrictions and helps prevent minors from accessing adult content.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the announcement of the new automated age checks for Instagram, Facebook, and Threads. Specific implementation dates, technical details of the AI scans, or user impact data are not provided in the source.

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