Age assurance itself is not online safety ❌ In this week’s episode of Andrew the Policy Guy, we’re continuing to break down the App Store Accountability Act—a new federal bill modeled after Utah’s law—and why it's raising red flags. We explain why age assurance must be risk-based, rights-respecting, and part of a bigger strategy. ✍️📚 Watch the quick explainer below, and check out FOSI’s recent statement for more ➡️: https://fosi.org/policy/fosi-response-to-the-app-store-accountability-act/ (fb)

New legislation aims to protect kids online—but are we putting too much burden on app stores alone? ✍️💭 In his latest writing, FOSI CEO Stephen Balkam outlines why the App Store Accountability Act, while well-intentioned, falls short of delivering a privacy-preserving, effective, and equitable solution for age assurance. FOSI prioritizes solutions that are practical, privacy-respecting, and built for real-world use. Real progress requires collaboration, not one-size-fits-all mandates. ✅ Read our full response and principles for responsible age assurance ⬇️: (fb)