Age-gating laws aim to protect young people, but determined users are already finding ways around them. From identity substitution and fake IDs to VPNs, prepaid cards, AI-driven testing agents, and private self-hosted networks, a cat-and-mouse game is underway. Read six common bypass tactics, why strict rules can backfire, and what parents and policymakers must watch for Read on

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