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Michael Simon

THE TRUTH ABOUT: Can you trust age verification agencies with your data - The Untold Story

Woman having her face scanned by her phone.

Since the Online Safety Act (OSA) went into force in the UK on July 25, 2025, experts have expressed a range of concerns about the security implications of the law.

The act requires social media platforms and sites that host adult material to confirm the age of users before they are able to access content that may be unsuitable for under-18s.

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