Pornhub owner pays $5M settlement to FTC over historic failure to block abusive content

Pornhub's parent company, Aylo, has agreed to pay a $5 million settlement to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the state of Utah. This settlement stems from allegations that Aylo knowingly profited from the distribution of illegal content on Pornhub, including materials depicting the sexual abuse of minors. The FTC accused Aylo of failing to implement effective measures to prevent the uploading and sharing of abusive content on its platform. This historic settlement highlights the growing scrutiny and pressure on the adult entertainment industry to address the issue of non-consensual and exploitative content. The agreement requires Aylo to implement stricter content moderation policies and undergo regular audits to ensure compliance. This settlement serves as a warning to other platforms in the industry, underscoring the need for robust measures to protect vulnerable individuals and prevent the dissemination of illegal material.