Digital ID required for pub pints? Ministers face backlash
Government plans for mandatory digital ID cards to buy alcohol and enter venues spark civil liberties concerns as critics warn of 'Orwellian' overreach in daily life.
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Labour plans digital ID cards to transform UK identity verification
The Labour Party unveils ambitious plans for digital identity cards, promising to streamline services while raising privacy concerns. Yvette Cooper leads the charge on modernising UK security.
Discord age verification hack exposes user IDs
Sensitive identity documents including passports and driving licences from thousands of Discord users have been compromised after a cybersecurity breach at an age verification provider.
Discord age verification exposes millions of ID documents
A catastrophic security failure at Discord has exposed sensitive government-issued ID documents submitted for age verification, putting millions of users at risk of identity theft and fraud.
Elon Musk's 'dead end' remark to grieving father sparks outrage
Tech billionaire Elon Musk sparks outrage after telling bereaved father Hamish Steele his complaint about X's verification system is a 'dead end' following his son's tragic death.
Ryanair's Passenger ID Ban: Exact Date Revealed
Ryanair is set to enforce a strict new ID verification rule. Travellers who fail to update their details risk being refused boarding. Here's everything you need to know to avoid travel chaos.
Elon Musk's X challenges Australia's social media ban for kids
Elon Musk's X platform demands a pause on Australia's landmark law banning under-16s from social media, citing concerns over its 'lawfulness' and implementation, setting the stage for a major legal and policy clash.
Digital ID Super-App to Revolutionise Age Verification in UK
A groundbreaking 'Digital ID' super-app is in development, promising to let you prove your age for age-restricted goods with just your smartphone, potentially ending the need to carry physical documents.
Ofcom Enforces Online Safety Act on Porn Sites
UK regulator Ofcom launches a major campaign to ensure pornography websites comply with the new Online Safety Act, enforcing strict age verification to protect minors from harmful content.
Australia's Social Media Ban Loophole Exposed for Under-16s
A critical loophole in Australia's new social media age verification law allows minors to easily access harmful content, including gambling and violent far-right material, by simply browsing without an account, experts warn.
Cancer survivor told she looked 'too ill' for passport
A breast cancer survivor from Wales was left devastated after being denied a new passport photo for looking 'too ill'. Emma Spary, 42, shares her story of battling the system and the emotional toll of post-treatment discrimination.
Florida Bans TikTok for Children Under 14
Florida enacts one of America's strictest social media laws, prohibiting children under 14 from using platforms like TikTok and Instagram, mandating age verification, and allowing account deletion.
OpenAI Implements Stricter Age Checks After UK Teen Tragedy
OpenAI accelerates development of advanced age verification for ChatGPT after a British teenager's death linked to AI-generated content, prompting urgent UK regulatory action.
'Password1' Risk: Why Your 2FA Isn't Enough
Exclusive investigation reveals how scammers are bypassing security measures, with weak passwords like 'Password1' leaving Britons vulnerable to devastating cyber attacks. Experts issue urgent warning.
Australia Enforces Digital ID for Porn Access from December
From December 2025, Australians must undergo digital age verification using photo ID or facial recognition to access online pornography, under a landmark new law aimed at protecting minors.
Scottish Identity Surges as British Affiliation Declines
Groundbreaking research from the University of Glasgow shows a dramatic shift in national identity in Scotland, with a significant rise in Scottish-only affiliation and a sharp decline in British identity, reshaping the nation's social and political lands
Australia Enforces Digital ID Checks for Porn Sites
Australia pioneers a radical online safety law, enforcing strict digital ID checks for pornography access. The move ignites fierce debate on privacy, effectiveness, and the future of internet regulation worldwide.
UK Demands Stricter Age Checks on YouTube and TikTok
Ministers are pressuring Ofcom to enforce stringent new age verification rules on YouTube and TikTok, aiming to shield young users from harmful content and data collection practices.
US may require immigration checks for federal poverty programmes
Exclusive: A new federal proposal could require millions of families in US poverty programmes to verify their immigration status, creating potential barriers to essential early childhood education and nutrition support.
Roblox Implements Strict Age Verification for Child Safety
Roblox announces major new age verification checks to separate adult and child users, aiming to create safer digital experiences. The platform's latest safety overhaul includes content segregation and new parental controls.
Esther Ghey's Crusade for UK Child Smartphone Ban
Brianna Ghey's mother, Esther, campaigns for smartphone restrictions in UK schools and social media age verification after her daughter's tragic death, calling for a societal shift in protecting children from online harm.
Labour MP sparks fury: 'Cornwall not English'
Labour MP Perran Moon ignites heated debate after declaring Cornwall isn't part of England, prompting strong reactions from politicians and residents about Cornish identity and constitutional status.
Boxer Imane Khelif appeals controversial sex test ban
Algerian boxing champion Imane Khelif launches a formal appeal against her disqualification from the Women's World Boxing Championships over disputed genetic sex test results, challenging the sport's gender policies.
Australia's Social Media Age Verify Trial Finds 'Inevitable' Flaws
A landmark Australian trial of age-assurance technology for social media access has reported significant accuracy issues, casting doubt on the feasibility of a blanket ban for under-16s. The findings highlight a critical tension between online safety and
Ofcom Study Reveals Strength of British Identity Post-Brexit
New Ofcom research uncovers a complex picture of British identity, with feelings of unity persisting despite political divisions. Discover the data on national symbols, shared values, and the impact of major events.
Selfie Scam: Fraudsters Exploit NAB's Facial Recognition
Exclusive: A sophisticated criminal syndicate exploited a major flaw in National Australia Bank's 'selfie' identity verification, stealing over $1.5 million in a high-tech fraud that raises serious questions about biometric security.
Child Benefit Blocked for Thousands of UK Families
Exclusive: HMRC's new identity verification system locks out thousands of legitimate claimants, causing financial distress and mounting frustration among British families.
Australia's social media age trial sparks leaks, resignations
Confidential documents reveal internal chaos as Australia trials age verification for social media, leading to leaks and high-profile resignations.
UK porn traffic plummets after age verification rollout
New data reveals a sharp decline in UK porn site visits following age verification laws. Is the crackdown working, or are users finding loopholes?
30-year-old refused alcohol for ‘looking too young’
A 30-year-old woman was refused alcohol at a supermarket because staff thought her ID was fake, sparking a debate on age verification policies.
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