How Instagram is using AI to uncover teen accounts lying about their age

zdnet.comPublished: 4/21/2025

Summary

Instagram is cracking down on teens who fake their age to bypass platform restrictions by introducing AI that flags accounts lying about their age. The new system monitors interactions with teen-related content and birthday messages to identify underage users, restricting their access if they're caught. While the move aims to enhance safety, it also means parents may get notified if their child's account is flagged as fake.