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Wifey Launches New Travel Series 'Wifey Vacay'
"The beautiful locations add a whole new level of escapism to what people already love about Wifey," Cox added. "Wifey has always been about real couples, incredible chemistry and exploring desire, and now we're putting all of that against some truly stunning backdrops.
Evil Angel Presents 'My Fantasy With Rocco'
LOS ANGELES—AVN Hall of Fame pornographer Rocco Siffredi takes his co-stars on five intimate private dates in the series debut of My Fantasy With Rocco, available now on all platforms from Evil Angel. Each scene’s introductory segment features a gorgeous, luxuriously clad starlet teasing the camera, with voiceover of the lady conversing with director/performer Siffredi about her sexuality.
Beisar Unveils New Black & White Faunus Model
SAN FRANCISCO—Pleasure products brand Beisar has released a new black-and-white version of the Faunus, an 11.8-inch horse dildo with powered thrusting, vibration and expansion. Faunus combines seven thrusting patterns and seven vibration levels with a shaft that expands in seconds for added fullness. “We’ve had a great response to Faunus, so adding a new color felt like a natural next step,” said Civeen William, product manager for Beisar.
Red Bottom Productions Releases 'Shadows of Trust 2'
ORLANDO, Fla.—Red Bottom Productions has released of Shadows of Trust 2, starring contract star Kourtney Dripz and studio owner Mr. Red. The movie, streaming now on RedBottomHub.com, also stars Dante Diggz reprising his award-nominated role, along with Valentina Lunarae, Madison Marxxx and August Heat. "Cali Caliente and Dante Diggz did so much to basically put themselves on the map and show the power of the independent production company and the independent performer," said Mr. Red.
DevinDrills.com Launches in Partnership With PAYSITE
MONTREAL—Content creator Devin Drills has officially launched DevinDrills.com, his new flagship website and online home for exclusive content. The new site gives fans of Drills, who entered the industry in 2020, a dedicated destination to connect directly with his content while allowing him greater control over his growing brand. "It was time for me to have my own site and take the next step in my career," Drills said.
'Rocco's Perverted Secretaries 14' Arrives From Evil Angel
LOS ANGELES—Legendary pornographer Rocco Siffredi presents comely office assistants, surreal business situations and crazy sexual fun in the five vignettes of Rocco’s Perverted Secretaries 14, available now in all formats from Evil Angel. According to promo materials, "Each of five scenes opens outdoors with cute, hotly dressed administrative workers greeting professional associates as soaring drone shots show expansive, beautifully landscaped office park grounds under sunny skies.
69Cash Launches New Trans Dating Offer in U.S.
SCHINDELLEGI, Switzerland—Dating affiliate firm 69Cash has launched its newly optimized in-house trans dating offer in the U.S., now available for promotion by affiliates. The launch in the U.S. market in the trans niche, known for extensive user retention and customer spending, marks another highly lucrative niche for the company’s extensive lineup, 69Cash officials said.
Evil Angel Drops David Perry's 'Sexual Desires 3'
VAN NUYS, Calif.—AVN Hall of Fame director/performer David Perry presents a quartet of Euro-stars seducing men into kinky encounters with the third installment of his Evil Angel series Sexual Desires, available now on all platforms. The movie stars Nata Gold, Alia Star, Bonnie Dulce and Gatita Veve, with bonus anal fisting footage included in Star's scene exclusively on EvilAngel.com. “Alia impresses me with her personality and performance. Nata is a natural beauty.
Lick Goods Debuts New Flavored Oils
LOS ANGELES—Lick Goods is launching Tropical Coconut & Pineapple (Pina Colada-inspired) and Strawberries and Cream, two new flavored massage oils to kick off the spring. Described as a "sun-kissed blend of creamy coconut and tangy-sweet pineapple [that] delivers a vacation-worthy sensory escape," the first of the two new blends is formulated with sweet almond oil, fractionated coconut oil, Vitamin E and natural flavorings.
BeYourLover Releases 'GuiTar' Device
CHATSWORTH, Calif.—Pleasure product manufacturer BeYourLover has unviled GuiTar, aka PlayMe, a guitar-shaped device that offers powerful suction and deep vibration functions. Equipped with a built-in stand, GuiTar can be displayed on a nightstand or bookshelf as stylish decor. However, it features a 2mm suction opening that fits over the clitoris and provides 10 suction modes, from gentle teasing pulses to deep, powerful sensations.
Collective Corruption Relaunches in Partnership With PAYSITE
MONTREAL—BDSM studio Collective Corruption has relaunched its website CollectiveCorruption.com in a new partnership with PAYSITE. According to a rep, "Collective Corruption’s content spans a wide spectrum—from intense, boundary-pushing scenes to more sensual domination—while remaining rooted in performer collaboration and creative authenticity.
Vixen Names Angel Youngs Newest Vixen Angel
LOS ANGELES—Vixen Media Group (VMG) has anointed Angel Youngs as the newest addition to its Vixen Angel lineup. Youngs was officially crowned during a Palm Springs getaway over the past weekend surrounded by fellow Vixen Angels Violet Myers, Liz Jordan, Alina Lopez and Vanna Bardot.
Vixen Releases Lucy Mochi’s 1st Ever Boy/Girl Scene
HOLLYWOOD—Penthouse Pet and budding adult starlet Lucy Mochi performs the very first boy/girl scene of her career in her Vixen debut, “Perfect Beauty Devours BF's Huge Cock,” available now. Directed by Derek Dozer, the scene "opens with Lucy Mochi in the tub, enjoying a bubble bath, lamenting how she’s crossed an ocean to be with Parker Ambrose, the love of her life," a provided synopsis reads. "He’s so busy with work, and he doesn’t have time for her, so it’s time to pull some slippery moves.
Hankey's Toys Debuts 'Lance Woods Realistic Silicone Lifecast'
SAN DIEGO—Mr. Hankey’s Toys, a leading creator of hand-poured silicone pleasure products, has released of the Lance Woods Realistic Silicone Lifecast molded from the performer's penis. “Known for his distinctive look and strong following, Lance Woods brings a recognizable presence that fans have come to expect,” the company said.
Jo Awards Grand Prize in $100K Retail Associate Giveaway
SANTA CLARITA, Calif.—Adult products makerJo has concluded its 2025 $100,000 Giveaway, awarding 480 prizes to retail associates around the world. Throughout the year, $96,000 in cash prizes were distributed to retail associates, culminating with a $5,000 grand prize awarded at the end of the campaign.
Angelo Godshack's 'Hardcore Gangbangs 6' Arrives From Evil Angel AVN
VAN NUYS, Calif.—European director/performer Angelo Godshack captures adventurous starlets in six scenes of rough group ravaging in his latest Evil Angel release, Hardcore Gangbangs 6, now available on all platforms. “One of my main series rolls out another banger,” Godshack said. “Every gangbang has perfect teamwork, not just the fucking. Rough treatment is a necessary part of each scene. My team is very well trained in maledom.
FSC Launches Age Verification Solution for Members AVN
CHATSWORTH, Calif.—Adult industry trade group the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) today begins offering access to age verification service PrivateAV as a new exclusive benefit to members. PrivateAV offers two verification methods: AI-based age estimation and full document verification with biometric match. Designed to protect user privacy, no personal data is ever stored, logged or written to disk. All inputs are erased the moment verification completes.
Viben Acquires the Get Lucky and Mini Halo Brands AVN
LOS ANGELES—Adult products maker Viben has acquired Get Lucky and Mini Halo brands, further adding to its portfolio of products. “This is the perfect next step forward for Viben,” said Bonnie Feingold, CEO of Viben. “Get Lucky and Mini Halo have built strong brand recognition and loyal followings, making them a natural fit for our growing portfolio.
Eldorado Trading Co. Debuts Paradise Pleasure Products' New Line AVN
BROOMFIELD, Colo.—Eldorado Trading Company has partnered with Paradise Pleasure Products to launch a new line of the company’s adult pleasure products as its exclusive U.S. distributor. Paradise Pleasure Products, an offshoot of Paradise Marketing, is launching “The Art of Illumination Collection” this week, with shipping slated to begin later this month. “The Art of Illumination Collection” adds a new dimension, enhancing every curve and movement of the body, the company said.
Brazzers Bows New Holiday Movie 'The Three Fucks of Christmas' AVN
LOS ANGELES—Brazzers conjurs holiday cheer with new production The Three Fucks of Christmas starring Ryan Reid, Cherie DeVille, Lily Labeau, Scott Nails and Mike Ox. In the movie, "Nails is a man juggling more than just a busy schedule. Mr. Nails has been trying to balance his affairs and keep up the secret of having two wives," a company synopsis reads. "First there's flirty socialite Violet Myers and then devoted family-first Cherie Deville.
Toby Dick Comes to Evil Angel AVN
VAN NUYS, Calif.—Performer/director Toby Dick brings his extreme brand of male-dominant pornography to Evil Angel with a pair of new scenes featuring Euro-starlets Megan Love and Baby Kxtten. Love's scene debuted on EvilAngel.com in November, and Kxtten's scene is due to drop this Sunday, with more on the way in 2026.
RubyLynne, Beth McKenna, Kira Noir Elected to PASS Board AVN
LOS ANGELES—PASS (Performer Availability Screening Service), the nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the health and safety of adult industry workers, has elected three new members to its Board of Directors: RubyLynne, Beth McKenna and Kira Noir. All three newly elected board members are active adult performers, underscoring PASS’s commitment to worker-led governance and ensuring that those most affected by health and safety policy have a direct role in shaping it.
2025 Femdom Awards Announces Winners AVN
LAS VEGAS—The 2025 Femdom Awards, presented by EXALTED and Goddess Lilith, took place Sunday night in Los Angeles, with multi-award-winning Domme Brittany Andrews serving as the Mistress of Ceremonies. The red-carpet event was attended my many top names in the fetish space, and was also livestreamed on YouTube.
Blush Erotica, Dahlia Von Knight Launch New Site SinnersVaultVR AVN
CHATSWORTH, Calif.—Blush Erotica has launched SinnersVaultVR.com, a brand new VR site on ElevatedX’ CMS platform, created and directed by model, performer and creator Dahlia Von Knight. "SinnersVaultVR invites viewers into the Pink Light District, a vibrant, neon-lit world where fantasy and reality collide," a spokesperson explained. "Designed for immersive 180° VR, every scene pulls audiences closer with color, desire and authenticity, all shaped through Dahlia’s artistic lens.
Age Verification Firm Gataca Introduces Device-Based Passkey AVN
CYBERSPACE—Gataca.io, a Spain-based digital identity and age verification provider, is introducing its advanced passkey Integration, enabling users to access age restricted services with a passcode stored in their device. The passkey technology integration follows Gataca's recent focus on the entertainment sector, where government-mandated age-verification requirements are being rolled out across many E.U. countries and several U.S. states.
FSC Advisory: NC Law Invalidating Contracts Enters Force Dec. 1 AVN
North Carolina’s Prevent Exploitation of Women and Minors Act requires operators of adult websites to remove content upon request of a performer, even if the performer signed a valid model release. It also requires producers to collect "explicit written evidence of consent for each act" performed, and claims to apply to content created before the law goes into effect on December 1, 2025.
LeWood Unleashes 'Anal Crazed 5' AVN
CHATSWORTH, Calif.—LeWood co-directors Francesca Lé and Mark Wood treat cute, young vixens to backdoor madness in Anal Crazed 5, out this week via DVD and VOD from Evil Angel. The married AVN Hall-of-Famers train and dominate vivacious butt sex enthusiasts Kiki Cali, cover girl Hazel Heart (pictured), Katie Kinz and Sweet Sophia in scenes all now available on EvilAngel.com. A bonus oral scene with rising talent Nicole Nichols arrives on the site Sunday.
MsSexySaigon Joins Mature NL as Producer AVN
LOS ANGELES—MsSexySaigon has joined Netherlands-based studio Mature NL in the role of producer. “I’m thrilled to be producing content for Mature NL,” she said. “It’s a brand with a long history and a loyal fanbase, and I’m excited to bring new energy and talent to its next chapter.
Adult Time Revives Girlsway Series 'Girls Try Anal' AVN
MONTREAL—Adult Time brings back the Girlsway series Girls Try Anal with the first new scene in close to two years, “Housewife’s Anal Adultery,” starring Little Puck and Shay Sights. According to promo materials, "In the story, Pam (Little Puck) is minding her own business when her uptight neighbor Carole (Shay Sights) storms over to complain about Pam’s revealing outfits, which she claims are tempting all the local husbands.
Tommy Gunn Memoir 'Unloaded' Arrives From Tepris Press AVN
LOS ANGELES—AVN Hall of Fame performer Tommy Gunn tells the tale of his journey through the adult industry in new memoir Tommy Gunn: Unloaded, published by Tepris Press and co-edited by N.T. Anderson and Jon Ford.
TwinkeyBoy Launches Through YourPaysitePartner AVN
MONTREAL—Gay site TwinkeyBoy.com has officially launched in partnership with YourPaysitePartner (YPP). "When the pandemic hit, our Berlin-based studio, BerlinTwinks, had to pause production,” said Chris Baer, founder of TwinkeyBoy. “This break pushed us to consider our future direction so we crafted the idea for TwinkeyBoy, a new brand that could embody the same spirit in a different manner.
Adult Time Launches 'Out of the Family' Channel for Taboo Fare AVN
MONTREAL—Adult Time has launched new channel Out of the Family housing a long line of taboo relations content from the Devil's Film label, along with new Adult Time Originals offerings moving forward. New Devil's title Deepthroated by My Stepdaughter! rolled out on the site during August as a soft launch of the new channel, and today marks the debut of Adult Time scene "Stepsister's Guessing Game," starring Rissa May and Axel Haze.
FSC Appoints Megan Stokes to Board AVN
Stokes is a Partner at NMG Management, a firm specializing in content revenue generation and premium brand management. Over her two-decade career, she has held executive positions at leading companies including Shane’s World, Girlfriends Films and Reality Kings. At NMG, she helps some of the largest online paysite brands expand their revenue streams and supports independent creators in scaling their distribution from fan sites to broadcast TV and licensing.
King Noire Bows Single 'Green Goddess' Featuring Ebony Mystique AVN
CLEARWATER, Fla.—Performer/producer King Noire has released his latest single, "Green Goddess"—a hip hop–infused erotic anthem that "blurs the boundaries between sensuality and spirituality," a rep said. The track features adult star Ebony Mystique, with a video directed by Infamous Way. See the video here. “'Green Goddess' isn’t just a song—it’s an immersive experience. A sonic high. A lover’s exhale,” Noire said.
Lovense Introduces Lush Mini G-Spot Vibrator AVN
LOS ANGELES—Sex tech brand Lovense unveils a new addition to its best-selling Lush series with the Lush Mini, a remote app-controlled G-spot vibrator. A key highlight of the Lush Mini is its 31mm insertable size, coupled with an ergonomic, body-safe design that comfortably adapts to a wide range of sizes and curves. Despite its compact form, it delivers deep, powerful vibrations that precisely target the G-spot.
Jonni Darkko's 'Throat Fucks' Returns With 9th Volume AVN
VAN NUYS, Calif.—Director/performer Jonni Darkko's celebrated oral series Throat Fucks returns after two years with its ninth installment, out now from Evil Angel on DVD and various VOD platforms, and currently rolling out on EvilAngel.com.
Blacked Dramatizes Its Origin Story With 'The Blueprint' AVN
LOS ANGELES—Vixen Media Group (VMG)’s award-winning brand Blacked tells the story of its beginnings with The Blueprint, its first feature in nearly a decade. Directed by AVN Hall of Famer Derek Dozer and starring exclusive contract star and Blacked brand ambassador Jason Luv, The Blueprint is a five-part production co-starring Vixen Angels Alina Lopez and newly crowned Liz Jordan, along with exclusive contract stars Angie Faith, Sarah Illustrates and Serenity Cox.
Wild Flower to Release 3rd Edition of Enby Vibe AVN
NEW YORK—Pleasure brand Wild Flower is set to release the Enby 3 vibrator, now available for preorder at www.wildflowersex.com. Originally launched in 2019, the Enby line "disrupted the sex toy industry with a product that defied assumptions about anatomy, gender, and how people experience pleasure," a company spokesperson said.
Evil Angel Rolls Out Angelo Godshack's 'Hardcore Gangbangs 4' AVN
VAN NUYS, Calif.—Six scenes of sexual mayhem unfold in director Angelo Godshack's Hardocre Gangbangs 4, available now on EvilAngel.com and hitting DVD and VOD next Wednesday. The movie stars Nicole Love, Micky Muffin, Sofia SweetSecrett, Giih Spanic, Emily Pink and Kristy Black. “My series Hardcore Gangbangs brings its fourth line-up of stunning girls with beautiful bodies roughly banged,” Godshack said.
Adult Time Launches Informational Series 'Busting Porn Myths' AVN
MONTREAL—Adult Time schools fans on the adult industry with new informational series Busting Porn Myths, in which a lineup of stars tackles some of the most persistent misconceptions about adult entertainment.
Proxy Paige, Wolf King Team for 'I Kissed a Trans and I Liked It' AVN
VAN NUYS, Calif.—Directors Proxy Paige and Wolf King collaborate for the first time with new Evil Angel release I Kissed a Trans and I Liked It, available now on DVD and various VOD platforms, and currently rolling out on EvilAngel.com. According to promo materials, the movie features "glamorous, blonde T-girl Isabella Salvatore and dirty blonde transsexual temptress Emma Vai in gorgeous, outdoor/indoor tease montages and exhilarating sex encounters.
Lucy Gresty Teams With YourPaysitePartner for Site Launch AVN
MONTREAL—Lucy Gresty has partnered with YourPaysitePartner (YPP) to launch her site Lady-Lucy.com. “I began my career as a photo studio model in the U.K. in 1987, and went on to appear in hundreds of magazines and videos all over the world,” Gresty said. “When websites came about, I started a Lucy Gresty site which was run by a studio. A photographer friend of mine suggested that I refresh the website and run it myself, which has just become more work than I can do alone.
Sweet Sinner Streets 'The Hot Wives 7' AVN
MONTREAL—AVN Hall of Fame director Mike Quasar helms The Hot Wives 7 from Mile High Media's couples’ banner Sweet Sinner, out now in all formats. The new installment of the series stars Kenzie Taylor, Blake Blossom, Sophia Locke and Little Puck, along with veteran studs Tommy Pistol, Ryan McLane and Mike Mancini. “We are pleased to welcome a brand-new cast to this captivating series led by talented cover models Kenzie Taylor and Blake Blossom,” Mile High vice president Jon Blitt said.
Magic Silk Introduces Lingerie Line Caribbean Crush AVN
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.—Women's intimates manufacturer Magic Silk evokes the spirit of the tropics with Caribbean Crush, the latest lingerie collection from its Exposed label. The sea aqua-colored line is made from scallop trimmed lace and delicate mesh, and is accented with satin bow detail and gold hardware. Caribbean Crush is available in four body styles: Demi Bra & Thong With High Garter; Flutter Baby Doll & Thong; Demi Longline Bra & Panty with removable waist founce; and Flutter Cami & Short Set.
Girlfriends Films Debuts ‘Lesbian Sex 28’ AVN
VALENCIA, Calif.—Lesbian adult studio Girlfriends Films has released a new volume of its acclaimed unscripted series Lesbian Sex. Running approximately 3.5 hours, Lesbian Sex 28 stars Krystal Sparks, Megan Mistakes, Celestina Blooms, Slay Kay, Isa Bella, Selena Ivy, Giselle Amore and Crystal Rush. Debuting in the title, and on the cover, is brunette Isa Bella. She is partnered with rising starlet Ivy (My Friend's Lesbian Daughter 4).
Sweetheart Bows 'Lesbian Trainer 3' AVN
MONTREAL—Fan favorites Khloe Kapri and Melissa Stratton headline Lesbian Trainer 3 from Mile High Media’s all-girl banner Sweetheart Video, available now in all formats. Helmed by AVN Hall of Fame director Mike Quasar, the movie also stars Cherry Kiss, Victoria Voxxx, Gizelle Blanco, Scarlett Alexis, Charlie Forde and Little Puck.
Sharna Beckman Named July Penthouse Pet of the Month AVN
LOS ANGELES—Penthouse has officially revealed Australian beauty Sharna Beckman as its Pet of the Month for July 2025. Upon receiving her signature Penthouse custom key necklace on set, Beckman exclaimed, "This is the very moment that I've actually been excited for.
Adult Time Names Alison Rey Newest Brand Ambassador AVN
MONTREAL—Adult Time welcomes performer/director Alison Rey to the company as its newest brand ambassador, joining a lineup that includes Lauren Phillips, Siri Dahl, Lexi Luna, Leana Lovings, Casey Calvert, Seth Gamble and Isiah Maxwell. A California native and industry mainstay since 2014, Rey has collaborated closely with Adult Time in recent years—including directing the documentary-style Between the Sheets With Alison Rey.
Jonni Darkko Unleashes 'DVP Sluts' for Evil Angel AVN
VAN NUYS, Calif.—Valerica Steele heads up a cast of sexually flexible beauties who indulge in double-vaginal penetration for AVN Hall of Famer Jonni Darkko in the director's newest title, DVP Sluts, available now on DVD and various VOD platforms from Evil Angel and currently rolling out on EvilAngel.com. Also starring in the project are up-and-comer Linda Lan, Luna Luxe and Nicole Aria.
Motorbunny Launches Wholesale Program for Retailers AVN
SANFORD, N.C.—Sex machine manufacturer Motorbunny is now offering a brand-new wholesale program directly to adult retailers and e-commerce stores for the first time. Through the program, retailers can now directly order high-margin products like the ride-on-top Motorbunny Original, Buck thrusting machine, and the handheld Motorbunny Jack. In addition to its flagship machines, Motorbunny offers the Fluffer line—a range of app-connected toys and attachments at more accessible price points.
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