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System76 CEO praises open source carveout in age verification laws

May 26, 2026 by Brian Fagioli

System76 CEO Carl Richell says open-source software secured exemptions from age verification requirements in Colorado and California, raising new questions about Linux, privacy, and regulation.

Google open sources Zero Knowledge Proof library to support private digital ID apps

July 7, 2025July 3, 2025 by Brian Fagioli

Google has open sourced its Zero Knowledge Proof library to support private digital ID development and help meet EU regulations.

Google partners with Sparkasse to launch EU digital age verification in Android and Chrome

July 7, 2025July 1, 2025 by Brian Fagioli

A young German boy in traditional Bavarian clothing looks shocked while holding an Android smartphone

Google and Sparkasse are bringing EU-approved age verification to Android and Chrome using secure digital credentials stored in Google Wallet.