mo4ch:>Bad blow for UK Porn fans as new rule requires proof of age before viewing | Mo4ch News

Come April, all websites containing pornographic material must verify the age of every UK visitor before they’re granted access, news that surely will come as a blow to teenagers, and many adults.The new law is the first of its kind and is meant to protect minors from being exposed to porn that can damage their development, but it has long been argued that the law has ominous portents with regards to privacy and surveillance.Also on rt.com‘Porn as harmful as smoking, can lead to sexual violence,’ say British MPsThe porn law will apply to websites containing at least one third pornographic material. The method of verification has not yet been confirmed but porn users may have to submit their bank details in order to prove their age or it could even see them installing software on their devices or presenting in person somewhere to verify their identity.Privacy advocates worry that porn sites will be able to log and track users’ porn preferences, placing them at risk of exposure –or even…