[ACX 2026] Will the EU require mandatory age verification on social media or AI before 2027?
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Resolves according to Metaculus resolution.
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This question will resolve as Yes if, before January 1, 2027, an EU Regulation or EU Directive is adopted that (i) requires at least one social media platform or AI chatbot to use mandatory age verification for EU users, or (ii) in the case of a Directive, requires Member States to ensure such an obligation is imposed on those services.
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