Age verification legislation is tanking traffic to sites that comply, and rewarding those that don't | AI News Digest
A recent report highlights the unintended consequences of the UK's age verification legislation, revealing that websites complying with the law are experiencing a significant drop in traffic. In contrast, sites that bypass these regulations have seen their traffic triple compared to last year. While many users support age verification measures, there is growing criticism regarding their implementation. The UK regulator, Ofcom, is investigating several sites for compliance, which may alter the current traffic dynamics. Similar laws are emerging in other regions, such as Mississippi and Australia, raising concerns about the future of online access. As age verification measures expand, the internet landscape may become increasingly restrictive.
