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US federal age‑verification proposals KIDS Act and KOSA face privacy criticism over ZKP use

The article notes that federal proposals such as the KIDS Act and the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) are advancing despite concerns that zero‑knowledge proof (ZKP) based age‑verification systems threaten privacy and create centralized points of failure. It also highlights EU plans for a centralized age‑verification mini‑wallet in the EUDI Wallet, which experts say is insecure.

Why it matters: Proposed age‑verification laws in the US and EU are criticized for privacy and security risks associated with ZKP‑based systems.

Summary generated from the sources below. Check the primary source before relying on it; this is not legal advice.

Sources
Zero-Knowledge Proofs Aren’t Age Verification Silver Bullets
EFF updates · primary source · Aug 18, 2026
Details
JurisdictionGlobal
LegislatureU.S. Congress
LawKIDS Act
StatusProposed
PublishedAugust 18, 2026
Effectivenot stated
Topicsprivacy, security, children
Datapersonal