The 404 Media Podcast
The Shaky Science of License Plate Readers
Mar 27, 2024
Exploring flaws in a surveillance study, the impact of Pornhub leaving Texas, and the transformation of Deadspin into a gambling site. Unpacking the shady practices of Flock, age verification laws' effects on internet users, and the challenges of content removal from the web.
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- Age verification laws inadvertently steer users towards harmful, unmoderated sites promoting piracy and unethical content.
- Unregulated websites like Xvideos promote deepfake software, raising concerns for online safety and exploitation.
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Effect of Age Verification Laws on Accessing Pornographic Content
The discussion revolves around the impact of age verification laws leading to restricted access to major porn sites like Pornhub, pushing users, including minors, towards unmoderated, potentially harmful alternatives. These laws aim to protect minors but inadvertently steer them towards less regulated sites, promoting piracy, harmful content, and non-consensual material.
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