Tell HN: Stripe ToS update demands biometrics, freezes payments until given
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To keep your account in good standing, take a moment to review it.Unsaid is that they froze payouts until accepting their new ToS, and that they require a Photo ID plus face scan in order to comply.I don't necessarily think requiring biometrics is a bad thing, but:- No advance notice was given.- A simple "[Action required] Review terms of service for {stripe-id}" email is easy to miss- Frozen payouts can destroy a business.This makes me rethink my relationship with them.
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