"Age Verification Mandate Imposed on Major European Porn Platforms"

Three of the world's largest porn websites, including Pornhub, XVideos, and Stripchat, are now subject to stricter controls under the European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA), which requires age verification for users. These platforms, classified as "very large online platforms," face fines of up to 6% of global revenue or potential bans for non-compliance. The DSA aims to protect users from illegal content and products. France, Germany, Britain, and some U.S. states have also drafted laws mandating age verification on porn sites, raising concerns about privacy and discrimination. The DSA also addresses the spread of illegal content and requires risk assessments, transparency reports, and access to data for researchers.