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EU Calls VPNs a 'Loophole' that 'Needs Closing' in Age Verification Laws

EU Age-Verification Push Is Running Into a Familiar Obstacle: VPNs

European policymakers are acknowledging that VPNs can bypass age-assurance systems, exposing a deeper conflict between online child-safety rules and privacy tools.

Key Takeaways

European policymakers are reportedly describing VPNs as a loophole in age-verification legislation.
VPN usage rose sharply after age-assurance rules took effect in places such as the UK and France.

DT Editorial Team·May 9, 2026·via gizmodo.com

US Court Throws Out FCC Broadband Anti-Discrimination Rule

A federal appeals court has struck down the FCC’s broadband anti-discrimination rules, narrowing the agency’s ability to police unequal internet access unless it can prove intentional bias.

Key Takeaways

The 8th Circuit struck down FCC broadband anti-discrimination rules.
Judges said the FCC improperly used a disparate-impact standard.

DT Editorial Team·May 8, 2026·via arstechnica.com

Pornhub’s State-by-State Shutdowns Show How Age-Verification Laws Are Reshaping the U.S. Internet

Pornhub is now blocked in 23 U.S. states, according to Mashable, as age-verification laws spread and platforms, regulators, and users collide over privacy, compliance, and enforcement.

Key Takeaways

Mashable reports Pornhub is blocked in 23 U.S. states because of age-verification laws.
The laws generally require ID-based or similar age checks for sites with substantial explicit content.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 10, 2026·via mashable.com