FCC mulls mandatory identity checks for phone service sign-ups in US
The US Federal Communications Commission is weighing a proposal that would require mobile carriers to verify the identity of customers before providing phone services. Under the proposed rule, carriers would be obligated to collect personal details such as names and addresses from all subscribers. Privacy advocates have raised concerns that such a requirement could cut off vulnerable groups from accessing basic phone services. They also warn of data security risks, pointing to past breaches involving telecom companies. Critics further argue the measure would do little to curb overseas robocalls, which would remain outside the reach of domestic ID verification rules.
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