If this is actually true, it feels like another step toward platforms tightening identity checks everywhere. I get the idea behind reducing bots and fake accounts, but it always raises privacy concerns for users. In general, people are already wary of how much data gets collected and cross-checked online. Tools like BeenVerified show how easily information can be aggregated, so I can see why discussions like this make people uneasy. Curious to see how Reddit would balance verification with keeping things anonymous enough for regular users.

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