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Ofcom launches investigation into Pornhub owner Aylo over age verification concerns
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Fusion42 · 24 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Ofcom has launched an investigation into Aylo, owner of Pornhub, over concerns that its new Apple-based age verification system may not effectively prevent under-18s from accessing explicit content, potentially violating the UK's Online Safety Act.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Consumer, and 3 sources have reported it between 23 Sep 2026 and 24 Sep 2026.
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You must review the robustness of your age verification if your platform serves UK users. Compliance gaps in age checks now expose companies to large fines and regulatory intervention.
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3 sources · first reported 23 Sep 2026 · latest 24 Sep 2026
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