Did you know that over 30% of businesses in the eCommerce sector have faced fines or legal action due to inadequate age verification measures? This alarming statistic underscores the importance of compliance for retailers selling age-restricted products like alcohol, tobacco, or adult content. Beyond avoiding penalties, age verification is essential for creating a responsible shopping…
WordPress.org recently took steps that affected thousands of WP Engine customer websites, stemming from a dispute over access to WordPress.org’s resources. According to WordPress.org, WP Engine has implemented changes to control aspects of the WordPress ecosystem, including user logins and management of services like plugin directories and servers. In response, WordPress.org restricted WP Engine’s access…
How can you tell if a message is from your real friend or someone pretending to be them? With so many people we meet, particularly online, it’s not surprising that some are pretenders, often referred to as “posers.” What’s scary is that they can easily create fake profiles using other people’s names and photos—which they…
Every individual is unique in their own way, and we can never be exactly alike. As Thomas Browne once said, “It is the common wonder of all men how, among so many millions of faces, there should be none alike.” Our faces are the most visible part of our bodies, and even identical twins are…
Non-compliance can be costly, often three times more expensive than investing in the right solutions. However, ensuring a safe online environment for our children is not just a matter of compliance—it’s a critical responsibility. Investing in identity verification products is essential not only for meeting legal requirements but also for fostering trust and creating a…
Risks are inevitable. What distinguishes a successful company is its ability to handle and manage these risks effectively to foster growth and success. Cybercrime is a particularly pervasive challenge. In 2023, the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Consumer Sentinel Network recorded over 5.39 million reports, with 48 percent related to fraud and 19 percent to identity…
Having too many options is good, but only until it becomes difficult for us to choose the best one. The paradox of choice suggests that having an abundance of options can actually make decision-making harder and leave us feeling unsatisfied with our choice. The 2024 Industry Research Report indicates that the global age verification software…
Dealing in an industry with age-sensitive products? Adding age verification to your WooCommerce site is important when age compliance is mandatory. Within the last two years, 16 new US states have implemented age verification laws related to adult content. In Europe, all participating countries in the EU have rolled out the The Digital Services Act…
Are you running an online store and need to make sure you’re selling age-regulated products to the right customers? Whether you’re selling products containing alcohol, nicotine, or other regulated goods, it’s important to verify your customers’ ages to comply with legal regulations. Fortunately, Shopify offers an app marketplace with solutions such as Token of Trust…
In recent times, the vape industry has seen a surge in cease and desist letters, particularly concerning the sale of flavored electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) products. Notably, R.J. Reynolds Vapor Company ([TCVD]) and its legal representatives have been active during 2023 and 2024 in this realm. These letters underscore the significance of compliance with…
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