SCOTUS Ruling on Porn Age Checks Sparks Internet Privacy Concerns
Supreme Court backs Texas age verification law for adult sites, raising national privacy and censorship questions.
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SCOTUS Ruling on Porn Age Checks Sparks Internet Privacy Concerns SCOTUS porn age verification ruling raises privacy and censorship alarms The recent SCOTUS porn age verification ruling is reshaping the online landscape across the United States. By upholding a Texas law that mandates adult websites verify users’ ages using government IDs or third-party platforms, the Supreme Court has triggered nationwide debate on internet freedom, privacy, and state surveillance. This landmark decision directly affects how Americans—especially minors—access digital content and how much personal information they must surrender to do so. For those wondering whether this means uploading IDs to watch content online is the new norm, the short answer is: yes, it’s becoming increasingly mandatory. Image Credits:Ryan McGinnis / Getty Images Several states already have similar laws on the books, and more are following suit after the SCOTUS ruling. While advocates claim these laws protect children from explicit material, critics warn they could normalize government overreach, …
