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Frequently Asked Questions About Age Verification
Check out our recently published FAQ on age verification laws currently in effect in eight US states. The guide addresses concerns about defining harmful content, varied verification methods, potential consequences for non-compliance, and the absence of legal actions to date. In the event you are sued under one of these laws, we recommended to immediately get in contact with FSC and your insurance company. To read more and review what FSC is doing to fight age verification laws, visit our blog post here ( [link removed] ).
2023 FSC Board of Directors Election Results
The Free Speech Coalition congratulates the re-elected members of the FSC Board for the 2024-2025 term:
* Board Chair Jeffrey Douglas
* Board Vice President Scott Watkins
* Board CFO Cathy Beardsley
* Steven Grooby
* Lucy Hart
* Micah Martinez
* Constance Penley
* Jamie Rodriguez
“We face many challenges in the coming year, and a strong, dedicated Board is crucial to our success,” said Alison Boden, Executive Director of Free Speech Coalition. “We saw more participation in the election this year than any time in the organization’s history, a testament to the commitment of our members, and their belief in FSC as an advocacy organization. I’m looking forward to working with everyone on the Board to face those challenges and grateful to the members who make our work possible.”
FSC In the News
Teachers Have Been Outed For Moonlighting In Adult Content. Do They Have Legal Recourse?
Two English teachers at a rural Missouri high school faced repercussions after being exposed for posting adult content on OnlyFans. The teachers, who used aliases and aimed to maintain anonymity, experienced suspension and resignation, raising questions about personal freedoms and employment repercussions for after-hours activities. The OnlyFans industry has surged, with 2 to 3 million content creators, but it comes with risks, as highlighted by FSC’s report revealing 3 in 5 adult entertainment performers facing employment discrimination. Legal recourse for terminated creators remains unclear, with potential disproportionate impacts on women and LGBTQ+ individuals. Read more on YahooNews ( [link removed] ).
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Other Industry News
UK Age Assurance Guidance For Porn Sites Gives Thumbs Up To AI Age Checks, Digital Wallets And More
The UK's internet regulator, Ofcom, has released draft guidance on age verification for pornographic websites, in compliance with the country's Online Safety Act. The law requires porn sites with a significant UK user base to implement "highly effective" age checks to prevent minors from accessing adult content. Ofcom's guidance suggests various methods, including Open Banking sign-ins, passport uploads with live selfies, webcam assessments, and credit card checks. Concerns have been raised about user privacy, data security, and potential throttling of free and anonymous access to online information, while others fear the law could extend to other web services, imposing stringent age verification requirements. Read more on TechCrunch ( [link removed] ). ( [link removed] )
Her Online Sex Life Was Exposed. She Lost Her Election. Now She's Speaking Out.
In September, the Washington Post revealed that Susanna Gibson, a promising Virginia Democrat running for the House of Delegates, had been captured in a recorded video performing explicit acts online with her husband. The video, shared by a Republican political operative, ignited a debate about digital and sexual privacy in 21st-century politics. Despite the controversy, Gibson nearly won the race, losing by less than 1,000 votes. The incident raised questions about the intersection of private and public lives, the impact on younger candidates who grew up in the digital age, and the need for legislation protecting against the non-consensual distribution of intimate material. Read more on Politico. ( [link removed] )
The Rise Of 'Giantess' Kink, 2023's Most-Searched Fetish
A TikTok trend in late 2022 involved a play in perspective, creating videos where individuals appeared to hand large objects to a much bigger person off-screen, giving the illusion of a giant woman. This trend coincided with "giantess" becoming the most-searched fetish in 2023. According to online content distributor Clips4Sale, giantess became the #1 fetish search term globally and the third-highest grossing category in terms of content sold. Read more on Vice ( [link removed] ). ( [link removed] )
Religiously Motivated Anti-Porn Groups Sign Letter Endorsing Kosa
Several religiously inspired anti-porn organizations, including NCOSE, have endorsed the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), supporting the bill that has faced criticism for limitations on online free speech, censorship of sex workers, LGBTQ individuals, and transgender communities. Over 200 organizations signed a letter urging Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to schedule a vote on KOSA in January. The list of signatory organizations includes NCOSE, Parents Television and Media Council, Citizens for Decency, Parents Who Fight, and Enough Is Enough. Read more on XBIZ. ( [link removed] )
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