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UK Enforces Online Age Checks, Triggers VPN Surge

New safety laws spark privacy concerns and digital workarounds

26 July 2025 · 23:50 UTC

The UK’s new online safety legislation, requiring age verification for access to adult content, has led to a dramatic spike in VPN usage.

Critics argue the system may compromise user privacy, while officials maintain the rules are essential for protecting minors online.