Tech platforms might have to disclose age checks under latest EU child abuse draft law

By Júlia Tar ( August 1, 2025, 13:55 GMT | Insight) -- Online service providers could be required to spell out whether they use age-verification or age-assessment tools, under the latest version of the EU’s draft law on detecting online child sexual abuse material. A new compromise text, dated July 24 and seen by MLex, would require providers to clearly outline such measures in their terms and conditions, marking a shift toward transparency as EU governments continue to debate how far platforms should go to protect minors.A new compromise text on the draft EU regulation aiming to detect and remove online child sexual abuse material — dated July 24 and seen by MLex — focuses on, among other changes, requiring online service providers to say more clearly in their terms and conditions if they use age-assessment tools....

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Tech platforms might have to disclose age checks under latest EU child abuse draft law

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