The Morning After: You need to take an age verification selfie to watch adult content online in the UK

Here is a 187-word summary of the news article: The UK government has implemented new regulations that require any website displaying pornographic content to implement "highly effective age checks." This means users in the UK will need to take a selfie or share a photo ID before accessing adult content online. Major porn sites like PornHub have agreed to comply with the new rules, which also apply to platforms like dating apps and social media sites where adult images may be shared. Some users are trying to bypass the age verification system by changing their location or using a VPN, leading to a spike in VPN app downloads. The article notes that the new regulations could "ruin the 'mood'" for some users. It also mentions that the rules can be sidestepped in certain ways, though the government is enforcing compliance. Overall, the new age verification requirements are a significant change for online access to adult content in the UK.