New York finalizes SAFE for Kids Act rules with 98% age-verification accuracy mandate

New York's final SAFE for Kids Act rules require social platforms to verify users' ages before granting minors access to algorithmic feeds and overnight notifications. Verification must detect circumvention attempts 98% of the time, include at least one non-government-ID method, and immediately delete all verification data after use. The law takes effect January 25, 2027, with penalties up to $5,000 per violation.