Talk about a “Brsexit,” as the UK is about to roll out its Digital Economy Bill, which brings down heavy fines to violators.
Adult site operators in Britain must ensure at all times, that adult-oriented material is available only to persons aged 18 and up.
The age-verification regulator could impose heavy fines, up to 250,000 British pounds, or 5% of a company’s revenue, to offending adult sites.
Providers of payment services enabling the production and distribution of pornography by noncomplying websites, would be targeted as well.
The proposed bill also targets advertisers on non-complying web sites.
It is expected to pass vote and become a law by the end of the year, making it one of the last items for the outgoing British Prime, David Cameron, to sign.