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TikTok is rolling out an AI-powered age verification system in Europe to detect users under 13. Using profile data and video analysis to estimate age, the system flags accounts for review by human moderators rather than automatic bans. This move aligns with EU regulatory pressure regarding child safety and follows Australia’s recent ban on under-16s on social media. While designed to enhance safety, the technology faces challenges; similar systems on platforms like Roblox have been bypassed by users. As TikTok expands this tool, the accuracy of its algorithm and the potential for false positives remain key concerns.
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