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platform changeReviewed · Sep 10, 2026 · 1 min read

Ireland Investigates X's Age Verification and Parental Control Practices

By The Rundown  ·  EditorWorth watching

Ireland's data protection regulator is investigating X (formerly Twitter) over how the platform verifies user age and implements parental controls. The probe focuses on whether X is complying with requirements to protect minors online.

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Review our age-by-age safety guide to understand what protections X should offer for your child's age group, and check what account settings are available on your child's profile.

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Source · news.google.com

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