Texas app store age verification law blocked by federal judge
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- A federal judge has blocked a Texas law requiring age verification for app store users, citing concerns over privacy and potential violations of constitutional rights. This decision reflects ongoing legal scrutiny of similar regulations across the United States.
- The ruling is significant for Texas, as it halts the implementation of a law aimed at protecting minors online, raising questions about the state's approach to digital safety and privacy.
- This development is part of a broader trend where courts are increasingly challenging state-level regulations on technology, particularly those that may infringe on First Amendment rights and privacy, as seen in recent rulings in Louisiana and other states.
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