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FactExpectedRegulatory·March 22, 2026
California Digital Age Assurance Act (AB-1043) Requiring OS-Level Age Verification Takes Effect January 2027
California's AB-1043, signed in October 2025, requires every OS provider including Google (Android) to collect a user's age or date of birth during account setup and provide it to app stores and developers via a real-time API, taking effect January 1, 2027, with penalties of up to $7,500 per intentional violation.
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Evidence40%Reported
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March 22, 2026
Last updated
March 22, 2026
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Evidence Strength
Evidence40%Reported
Based on trade press
Single publisher source
Insights
First tracked
March 22, 2026
Last updated
March 22, 2026
Sources
1 source
Related Developments
Fortnite Returns to Google Play Store via Epic-Google PartnershipPixel Watch 4 Dual-Band GPS Delivers Sustained Accuracy ImprovementAndroid 16 VPN Bug Reported Unfixed for Months Despite Multiple Provider Complaints9to5Google: Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Review Suggests Pixel 10a Will Offer Better Performance via Tensor G4Android 17 Canary Build Introduces Redesigned Screen Recording UI