Instagram’s AI age detection is expanding globally

Meta is expanding its age estimation technology on Instagram globally, which will automatically place millions of teens into Teen Account protections, even if they misrepresented their age. The technology uses AI to detect users under 18 based on their interactions, content, and visual cues from uploaded photos and videos. The expansion comes after the technology was launched in the US, EU, and Brazil last year. Additionally, Meta is using Apple's age-range signal as an additional detection method in Australia. Parents will receive a notification on Instagram explaining the age estimation process and how to ensure their teen's age is accurately reflected on the platform.