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flag New Zealand proposes bill requiring age verification, parental consent, and stronger data privacy to protect children under 16 on app stores.

flag New Zealand has proposed a draft App Store Accountability Bill to protect children under 16 online by requiring age verification, parental consent for purchases, and stricter data privacy standards. flag The legislation aims to prevent access to inappropriate content, unauthorized spending, and privacy risks by holding app providers and developers accountable. flag It mandates secure data handling, limits data collection, and exempts emergency apps like 111. flag Family First NZ urges lawmakers to adopt the bill before the 2026 election, positioning the country as a global leader in youth digital safety.

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