Age verification tech grows as governments push for online controls

[Article] As governments crack down on online platforms from social networks to porn sites, age verification technology is booming. In most cases, all it requires is taking a head-on selfie with a phone or computer camera, and an automated decision is made within a minute. If the system is not able to make a decision based on a photo or video, it will ask for a government ID. The technology promises speed and accuracy in implementing laws like Australia's social media ban for under-16s, in force from 10 December.

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Age verification tech grows as governments push for online controls.Governments around the world are seeking to restrict young users from accessing online platforms such as social media and porn sites. 
As a result, age verification technology is booming. 
But how exactly does it work? 
When...
This article was published Monday, 12 January, 2026 by AFP (230 words)
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