Ohio Enforces Age Verification on Adult Websites, Raising Privacy Concerns

Ohio’s new law mandates age verification for adult websites starting September 30, 2025, seeking to prevent underage access. This measure requires users to submit government ID to verify their age, sparking concerns about data privacy and potential disruption in online services. While the law has not triggered immediate market reactions or substantial cryptocurrency changes, experts highlight significant privacy risks and emphasize that similar laws in Utah and Texas have resulted in website blocking for those states’ residents. The impact of this new legislation remains to be seen.