Apple opposes age verification in apps, lobbied against it in Louisiana, facing scrutiny.

Apple is resisting demands to enforce age restrictions on apps amid debates over teen smartphone use regulation. While promoting child safety, the company has lobbied against laws that would require app stores to verify user ages. In Louisiana, Apple successfully influenced lawmakers to remove such requirements from a social media bill, despite facing scrutiny for its lobbying efforts. The issue remains contentious as legislation may be reintroduced in future sessions.

September 02, 2024
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