New state laws are pushing age verification into macOS and Windows. By 2027, logging in might require a facial scan or government ID.

This is unacceptable. And I’m sick of all the fucking workarounds to maintain basic privacy.

  • FineCoatMummy@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    5 days ago

    Can’t apps and services just start blocking Linux and start specifically demanding Windows or Mac?

    In principle? Yes. It could become a complete cryptographic attestation chain.

    I don’t think we’re right on the edge of that rn. But years or decades from now? Who TF knows.