YouTube has announced it will soon roll out a new artificial intelligence age verification tool on its platform. The company said it will introduce the tool to a small pool of users in the U.S. before launching it more widely. The feature will ensure younger audiences “have a safe and age-appropriate experience.” Why is YouTube rolling out an AI age verification tool? After being initially announced in February, the new system will reportedly go into effect on Aug. 13, according to 9to5Google . It will differentiate young viewers from adults in order “to help provide the best and most age-appropriate experiences and protections,” the company said in a press release . “People come to YouTube to learn and be entertained. This is true even for the youngest audiences, and it’s why we remain laser focused on making sure they have a safe and age-appropriate experience,” the company said in a press release. “Over 10 years ago, we launched YouTube Kids, and 4 years ag,o implemented...