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Bluesky Limits Access in Mississippi Over Age Verification Law

8/23/2025

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Bluesky has restricted access in Mississippi due to a new law requiring strict age verification for social media.
The company contends that this law threatens free speech and impacts smaller platforms more severely.
Critics warn that such regulations could heighten risks of identity theft and privacy violations for minors.

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Story summary

Bluesky has restricted access in Mississippi due to a new law requiring strict age verification for social media.
The company contends that this law threatens free speech and impacts smaller platforms more severely.
Critics warn that such regulations could heighten risks of identity theft and privacy violations for minors.