Discord Just Killed Anonymity
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Discord announced mandatory age verification for all users starting next month, triggering a mass exodus to Matrix, the open-source alternative. However, Matrix's main server faces similar legal pressures from laws like the UK's Online Safety Act and is exploring age verification methods. Unlike Discord, Matrix's federated structure allows users to create their own servers or use ones in countries without ID requirements, though the platform still lacks features like seamless game streaming and proper voice channels.
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