EU Court Greenlights France's Age Verification for Adult Sites

The EU's top court ruled that France can mandate age verification for pornographic websites based elsewhere in the bloc, to protect minors from online adult content. The EU is developing a voluntary age-verification app, while countries like Britain are implementing measures to restrict teenagers' online access.

The EU's court on Tuesday gave France the authority to enforce age checks on pornographic websites operating outside its borders but within the bloc. This decision supports national policies aimed at preventing minors from accessing adult content online.

Amid efforts to protect teens from explicit material, the European Union is creating a voluntary age-verification application. This move comes as nations worldwide consider Australian-style online regulations for teenagers.

In line with this trend, the UK revealed its plan to restrict access to social media platforms for individuals under the age of 16 starting next year.