"Texas Sees 400% Surge in VPN Searches After Pornhub Access Blocked"

Google data shows a 400% surge in VPN searches in Texas following Pornhub's blockage due to the state's new law mandating age verification with government-issued IDs. VPNs allow users to bypass region restrictions and encrypt their connections. The law, signed in 2023, requires age verification for online content deemed harmful to minors, leading to a legal battle and the recent blockage of Pornhub in Texas. The company is exploring legal options, while VPN searches spiked in cities like Dallas, Houston, and Austin.