The article discusses the European Union's approach to age verification, stressing the need for thoughtful analysis before implementing mandatory age checks. It highlights the importance of understanding the specific online risks minors face, including content risks (exposure to inappropriate material), conduct risks (harmful online behaviors), and contact risks (interactions with potentially dangerous individuals). The authors advocate for a comprehensive risk assessment to ensure that solutions effectively address the true concerns surrounding child safety online, rather than imposing blanket measures that may not resolve underlying issues.
In the context of child safety online, mandatory age checks are often presented as a solution to a number of risks potentially faced by minors online.
Before mandating a 'fix,' like age checks or age assurance obligations, we should take the time to reflect on what it is exactly we are trying to address.
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