Hey fam! YouTube is rolling out a slick new AI-powered age check in the U.S. 🤖🔒 Starting Wednesday, a small group of logged-in users will see the platform estimate their age based on what they watch—whether you’re bingeing K-pop dance covers or Bollywood vlogs.
If the AI thinks you’re under 18, expect teen-mode controls: screen-break reminders, privacy pop-ups, simpler video recs, and no hyper-targeted ads. No stress if it flops—just verify with a government ID, a credit card, or even a quick selfie.
Not logged in? You can still watch vids, but some will be blocked until you prove you’re old enough. Think of it like showing your student ID at a club—no login, limited entry.
This move follows U.S. Supreme Court backing a Texas law to shield minors from adult content. While YouTube’s stepping up, some argue Apple and Google’s app stores should own age checks. And digital-rights groups warn about possible privacy trade-offs and free-speech bumps.
For young creators and viewers across South and Southeast Asia, this shift could tweak your feeds and how you discover trends—from gaming streams to travel vlogs. It’s all in the name of safety, with a promise to keep teen privacy intact. 🎧✨
What do you think? Will AI age checks keep minors safe or cross the privacy line? Drop your thoughts below! ✌️
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YouTube testing a new AI-powered age verification system in the U.S.
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