"New Law Triggers Porn Site Access Blockade in North Carolina"
Pornhub has blocked access to its site for users in Montana in response to a new law requiring age verification to view adult content. Montana Senate Bill 544 mandates that individuals must prove they are at least 18 years old using methods like government-issued ID, which Pornhub argues compromises user safety and privacy. The law, which passed with bipartisan support and is set to take effect on January 1, 2024, has sparked debate over privacy and free speech rights. This move by Pornhub reflects ongoing legal disputes in the U.S. regarding access to sexually explicit material online.