Apple Faces Texas Age Law Privacy Risks

Apple prepares to comply with Texas age assurance law but warns it could threaten user privacy.
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Apple Faces Texas Age Law Privacy Risks
Apple Prepares To Comply With Texas Age Assurance Law, But Warns Of Privacy Risks Apple prepares to comply with Texas age assurance law, but warns of privacy risks that could affect millions of users across the state. The new Texas law, known as SB 2420 , requires app stores and developers to verify users’ ages before allowing them to download apps — a move Apple says could jeopardize user privacy. Image Credits:Sebastian Ng/SOPA Images/LightRocket / Getty Images Apple Adjusts To Meet New Texas Requirements On Thursday, Apple revealed updates designed to meet the Texas age assurance requirements set to take effect soon. The company shared details of these adjustments in a developer announcement, noting that while it supports protecting minors online, the implementation poses serious privacy concerns. Apple said its systems already include built-in age assurance tools launched earlier this year. However, the tech giant argues that the Texas mandate goes too far, forcing unnecessary data coll…