Ofcom investigates Aylo over age verification failures on Pornhub
What happened
Britain's communications regulator, Ofcom, is investigating Aylo regarding its age verification processes for Pornhub. The regulator is examining the age assurance process deployed in May 2026, which relies on age signals from Apple Inc. Ofcom is looking into how Aylo incorporated these signals and whether it adequately assessed the likelihood of children accessing the content.
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Why it matters
If a breach is established, Aylo could face a fine of up to £18 million or 10 percent of its worldwide revenue, whichever is greater. This regulatory action impacts the core operations and revenue of Aylo and its brand, Pornhub.
An investigation into Aylo is also underway in Montreal led by Sûreté du Québec.
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Who's involved
- AyloCanadian Internet pornography company under investigation
- PornhubPornographic video sharing website owned by Aylo
- Apple Inc.Third-party provider whose age signals Aylo uses
Who could feel it
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