Discord’s new age verification plans, requiring government IDs in some cases, sparked backlash due to privacy concerns and a recent data breach. The company attempted to reassure users with AI-driven video selfies, but questions persist about biometric data and third-party vendor involvement, particularly with Peter Thiel-backed Persona. Discord’s new age verification plans, requiring government IDs in some cases, sparked backlash due to privacy concerns and a recent data breach. The company attempted to reassure users with AI-driven video selfies, but questions persist about biometric data and third-party vendor involvement, particularly with Peter Thiel-backed Persona.
