The AVPA monthly blog
Say the word “convergence” to art-lovers and they’ll think of Jackson Pollock. In 2015, it was a horror film set in a haunted hospital. In Mexico, it’s a political party. But in the world of [...]
Underage Vape Sales Prevention Guide Launched by the UK Vape Association
If a vape business owner or shop staff is caught selling vape products to a minor in the UK, they could face a fine of up to £2,500. Underage vape sales are a large problem in the UK and many [...]
Tesco Delivery Drivers Asked to Verify Age from A Distance or Through A Window
Since the beginning of the strict lockdown measures across the UK in March this year, popular supermarket chains such as Tesco and Asda have seen an increased demand for grocery deliveries. [...]
Do Americans spell privacy differently?
The defining feature of the age verification sector is our focus on privacy and data protection. When a barman serves alcohol, he only needs to know you are at least 18, not your name, address, [...]
Will The Finnish Government Bring Forward New Measures Regarding Compulsory Age Authentication Across Gaming Arcades?
In Finland, gambling both in gaming arcades and at online casinos is extremely popular. According to reports, around 80% of citizens in Finland spend money regularly on games of chance. This is [...]
Update from the Age Verification Providers Association
We are pleased to present the second of our monthly blogs with the AVPA. The Age Verification Providers Association (AVPA), formed in 2018, is a not-for-profit trade body representing [...]
UK Government Plans To Update Existing Identity Laws For Digital Identity Checks
In a world where we are increasingly able to purchase age-restricted goods and access services online, having the ability to prove our identity digitally is crucial. In 2019, it was noted that [...]
US federal government now enforcing Age-Verification requirements for e-cigarettes
This month, the US Food and Drug Administration will begin to enforce a longstanding requirement for age verification for online sales of the subset of e-cigarettes most popular with children. [...]
Employee Spotlight – Rachel Butcher
This month, we sat down with Rachel Butcher who is Head of Sales at AgeChecked. Rachel has over 20 years of sales and marketing experience and is a valued member of the AgeChecked team. Find out [...]
Minors Can Spend Up to £350 Per Week on the National Lottery – Should The Age Limit Be Increased?
The National Lottery is a very appealing activity for young people in the UK. With the promise of winning a top prize of £500,000 on scratch card games such as Treasure Temple and an even bigger [...]
