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Europe Rolls Out Zero‑Knowledge Age Check System to Protect Minors

Europe Rolls Out Zero‑Knowledge Age Check System to Protect Minors

The European Commission announced that its privacy‑preserving age verification app is technically complete and ready for deployment across the EU. The system uses zero‑knowledge proof cryptography, allowing users to prove they meet minimum age requirements without revealing personal data to platforms. It will enter a pilot phase with member states and is designed to integrate with the upcoming European Digital Identity Wallets. The launch aligns with stricter DSA enforcement against platforms that fail to protect minors.

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