#online safety

According to Discord, age verification is only required for users who want to access age-restricted servers, channels or modify certain safety settings. Discord has announced a new set of enhanced teen safety features that will roll out globally beginning in early March. Discord has announced a global rollout of new teen safety features starting March. The update builds on similar safety measures previously launched in the UK and Australia and is part of Discord’s broader effort to improve online safety for teens worldwide. The proposal is intended to strengthen accountability in online spaces by making it easier to identify users involved in cybercrimes, harassment, and other digital offenses. “Once there’s a clear government framework, they’ll have a basis to act.” If implemented, the policy would mark a major shift in digital governance in the Philippines, signaling a move toward tighter oversight of online identities and behavior — and potentially reshaping how users interact in the country’s digital spaces. Read more in our articles including "Discord clarifies ID and face scan verification" and "Discord rolls out new safety measures with ID-Based age verification".