AV
Judge Dismisses Last NCOSE-Backed Suit Over Kansas AV Law
A federal judge on Monday dismissed a lawsuit alleging that adult site SuperPorn violated Kansas’ age verification law, citing lack of jurisdiction after similarly dismissing two related cases earlier this year.
Federal AV Proposal Scores Minor Win in House but Remains in Doubt
A newly announced bipartisan agreement in the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce may soon bring a proposed federal age verification law before the full House, but the measure continues to face an uphill battle.
Brazil Begins Monitoring 18 Adult Sites for AV Compliance
Brazil’s National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) is now monitoring 18 high-traffic adult websites for compliance with the country’s Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents (Digital ECA), which requires such sites to age-verify users located in Brazil.
Ofcom Fines First Time Videos $100,000 for AV Noncompliance
U.K. media regulator Ofcom on Thursday imposed a fine of 80,000 pounds (more than $100,000) against First Time Videos, which operates FTVGirls.com and FTVMilfs.com, for failing to implement age checks required for compliance with the Online Safety Act.
EU Court: France Can Require Foreign Sites to Implement AV
The European Union’s Court of Justice ruled on Tuesday that France may require pornographic websites based in other EU states to implement age verification in accordance with French law, as long as France follows EU electronic commerce rules.
Polish Government Proposes AV Mandate for Adult Sites
Poland’s Council of Ministers on Tuesday endorsed a proposed national law that would require sites and platforms to age-verify users to prevent minors from accessing adult content online.
Brazil Launches Complaints Page for AV Violations
Brazil’s National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) on Monday debuted a portal where citizens can report possible violations of the country’s Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents (Digital ECA), which requires adult websites to age-verify users located in Brazil.
Ofcom Fines Youngtek $800K for AV Noncompliance
U.K. media regulator Ofcom on Wednesday imposed fines totaling 600,000 pounds (more than $800,000) against adult site operator Youngtek Solutions for failing to implement age checks and respond to information requests as required for compliance with the Online Safety Act.
Brazil Invites Public Input on AV Guidelines
Brazil’s National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) on Friday launched a public consultation on developing guidelines for age verification mechanisms under the country’s Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents (Digital ECA), which requires adult websites to age-verify users located in Brazil.
Inside the Impact of New AV Laws on Sex Toy Ecommerce
Over the past few years, age verification (AV) has gone from a niche policy discussion to a very real, very immediate concern for anyone operating in the adult space.
WebGroup Czech Republic Settles Florida AV Suit, Will Pay $1.2 Million
WebGroup Czech Republic (WGCZ), the parent company of XVideos, XNXX, BangBros and GirlsGoneWild, has settled a lawsuit filed by the state of Florida over those sites’ alleged failure to age-verify Florida users before allowing access to adult content.
Ofcom Investigates Two Sites Over Possible AV Violations
U.K. media regulator Ofcom on Wednesday launched investigations into two adult sites as part of its age assurance enforcement program under the Online Safety Act (OSA).
Pornhub Unblocks UK Users on iOS Devices, Citing Apple AV Effectiveness
Pornhub parent company Aylo on Tuesday announced that users in the United Kingdom will once again be able to access the popular site if they are using Apple devices and have confirmed their age through Apple’s U.K. age-verification process.
UPDATED: European Commission Unveils AV App, Addresses Hacks
The European Commission’s age verification app is now technically ready and will soon be available for EU citizens to use in order to prove their age when accessing online platforms, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced Tuesday.
Report: Irish Regulator Seeks 'Industry Input' on AV Compliance
Irish media regulator Coimisiún na Meán (CnaM) will draw on “industry input” to help establish a framework for assessing platforms’ compliance with Ireland’s Online Safety Code and the EU’s Digital Services Act, news organization MLex reports.
Italian Court in Aylo Case Limits International Reach of AV Rules
An Italian administrative court has ruled that Italy’s recently-enacted age verification rules for adult content may not currently be enforced against sites based in other EU member states, pending further procedural action under the EU’s Directive on Electronic Commerce.
FSC Releases Statement on Wisconsin Governor Vetoing AV Bill
The Free Speech Coalition has released a statement on Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers’ veto of the state’s age-verification legislation.
AV Bulletin: West Virginia Enacts AV Law, Ohio 'Innocence Act' Advances
This roundup provides an update on the latest news and developments on the age verification front as it impacts the adult industry.
Woodhull Survey Reveals Concern Among Sex Educators Over AV Laws' Impact on Access
A national survey of sex educators by the Woodhull Freedom Foundation found that a majority of sex educators and sexual health professionals are concerned that age verification (AV) laws will negatively impact access to information and resources.
EU Cites 4 Adult Sites for AV Breaches
The European Commission has preliminarily found PornHub, Stripchat, XNXX and XVideos to be in breach of Digital Services Act provisions intended to shield minors from adult content.
