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The Future Of The #SexTech Industry By Shakun Sethi #BEYOUROWN
WOMAN With the radical growth in technology, you can invite artificial intelligence to enhance your sexual experience. Sex tech can assist you in smartly satisfying your sexual needs with intriguing sex products. Let’s look at the future of the sex tech industry and how it can enhance your sexual well-being with Tickle.Life founder Shakun Sethi. Personalised […] BEYOUROWN - May 25, 2021 With the radical growth in technology, you can invite artificial intelligence to enhance your sexual experience.
To weather the pandemic, tips from a porn playbook
As India steps into the red zone again — with an average of nearly 100,000 new Covid-19 cases a day — the second wave has struck Bollywood hard. Aamir Khan, Alia Bhatt, Akshay Kumar, Ranbir Kapoor, Manoj Bajpayee are among those that have tested positive. Strict rules are being enforced at film shoots. It feels like early 2020 all over again. Last year’s lockdown shook businesses around the world. Most suffered severe losses, some shut down operations. But not the US porn industry.
A businesswoman from Jammu says let’s talk about sex and toys. And this is what she faced
Representational image| Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh| Commons Text Size: I am really popular in my friend circle nowadays and it’s because I am the founder of a sexual wellbeing discovery platform called Tickle.Life. Growing up in the small city of Jammu, I thought it was perfectly acceptable to make fun of puberty, sexuality and sexual reproduction. But things changed soon. While pursuing my Masters in the Netherlands, there was a sex toy shop located right next to my dorm.
GrandOpening to Donate 10% of All Online Sales to One Fund Boston
Apr 17, 2013 1:00 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — Kim Airs, owner of Grand Opening! sexuality boutique, has pledged to donate 10 percent of all Internet sales to the newly formed One Fund Boston to aid those affected by the recent tragedy during the running of the Boston Marathon. “I lived in Boston for 26 years and opened Grand Opening! in Coolidge Corner, Brookline, in 1993,” Airs said.
Porn Will Stay on Tumblr, Founder Karp Says
NEW YORK — Tumblr founder David Karp said he’s not interested in censoring the microblogging and social media website even if some of the content’s considered to be porn. When asked about the site’s reputation for being “porn central” in an interview on the Stephen Colbert TV show, Karp said there’s a lot of everything, but Tumblr’s taken a hard line on freedom of speech and it’s not something he wants to police.
Routledge's 'Porn Studies' Journal Under Attack
BOSTON — The feminist antiporn group Stop Porn Culture has sponsored a petition on iPetitions.com in an attempt to change the editorial board and title of Routledge’s forthcoming white-paper publication, “Porn Studies.” The petition has received 641 signatures thus far, many of them on public display on the website. Stop Porn Culture's goal is to receive 800.
Kim Airs to Moderate #SexTalkTuesday
LOS ANGELES — Twitter-based sex chat #SexTalkTuesday announced today that it is welcoming Kim Airs as its upcoming guest moderator on Tuesday. Angie Rowntree, publisher of Sssh.com, said that Airs, a 20-year veteran of the sex toys and novelties business, loves talking to people about sex and sex toys. Airs is director of sales for new toy maker Bubble Love and blogs at KimAirs.com. Airs also blogs for XBIZ.com. "I am absolutely thrilled that Kim will be joining us.
WePostYourComplaints Allows Adult Industry to Submit Complaints
Jul 23, 2013 11:00 AM PDT NEW YORK — WePostYourComplaints.com is an online complaints delivery service that allows individuals and businesses to submit their complaints to the website. In turn the website posts the complaints on the vast number of blogs and sites that expose cheats, scammers, bad business owners and operators.
Tumblr Clarifies Porn Policies ... Again
NEW YORK — Porn stars can continue to rely on Tumblr — or can they? Founder David Karp decided to quell rampant speculation, anger and Steven Colbert's accusations by clarifying Tumblr’s postion on porn in a blog post published last week. “All, we’ve heard from a bunch of you who are concerned about Tumblr censoring NSFW/adult content.
CNN: Sex Toys Can Be Deductible Expense for Webcam Work
ARLINGTON, Texas — In honor of April 15, tax day, CNN Money has come out with its annual list of "crazy tax deductions," one of which involved sex toys used in the production of webcam work. Vincent Porter, a CPA from Arlington, Texas, said that when a client wanted to write off $200 worth of sex toys and other products, he gave the thumbs up.
Riley Star Featured in 4 Titles, Including 'Super Cute 11' for Hard X
Jul 30, 2020 4:44 PM PDT HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Riley Star is among the featured ingénues in "Super Cute 11" from Hard X. She appears opposite Jax Slayher under the direction of Mason. "She’s only 5’3 and weighs 95 pounds, but don’t let her membership in the 'Under-100 Club' let you think she can’t take on the industry’s biggest guys — she takes Jax with no problem and the cocksman is able to find all of her secret spots," a rep enthused.
Wolf Hudson Pens Candid Essay on Bi Representation in Adult for Men's Health
JC Adams Jul 30, 2020 4:13 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — Wolf Hudson is described as "the king of bisexual porn" in a candid essay the performer penned for MensHeath.com that covers his storied career and advocates for bi representation in adult. "Before I become a porn star, I was living in the Bronx working as a bookkeeper at a button factory. After a merger, the factory laid me off, and I told myself I never want to work for anyone else again," Hudson recalled.
Magic Silk Touts New 'Dress Up' Collection
JC Adams Jul 30, 2020 1:59 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — Magic Silk is touting its new Dress Up collection in three "dream themes": School Girl, French Maid and Secretary. A total of six "come-hither" outfits are available. "They are created from sensual obsidian mesh and playful plaid; black mesh accented with milky white lace; and black mesh with racy pinstripe detailing," a rep explained.
New Jersey Judge Establishes Parameters for Strike 3 Subpoenas
CAMDEN, New Jersey — A New Jersey judge who was tasked by an appeals court to allow Strike 3 Holdings to issue subpoenas against suspected content pirates, has issued an order establishing parameters to safeguard the privacy of the defendants.
Documentary 'Circus of Books' Earns Emmy Nomination
JC Adams Jul 30, 2020 1:34 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — The documentary "Circus of Books," directed by Rachel Mason, earned an Emmy Awards nomination this week. Mason and Kathryn Robson are among the contenders for Outstanding Writing for a Nonfiction Program. The film tells the story of Karen and Barry Mason and their legendary West Hollywood retail outlet, which holds a seminal position in the history of adult entertainment in Los Angeles.
Chinese Pleasure Product Exports Keep Growing Despite Pandemic
HONG KONG — China’s pleasure product exports have increased by 50% this year during the worldwide COVID-19 public health crisis, according to industry reports shared by Shanghai and Hong Kong media last week.
Aria Khaide Sets Exclusive Creampie Clip for Friday on OnlyFans
Jul 30, 2020 12:20 PM PDT NEW JERSEY — Friday's exclusive OnlyFans upload from Aria Khaide is a new creampie clip costarring Peter King. "It has everything Aria's fans love to see," a rep enthused. "No Aria scene would be complete without her signature sloppy blowjob with lots of eye contact. In this scene, Aria is on a mission, and she won't stop until she gets her fill of doggy, missionary and cowgirl.
Boise Weekly Features Hustler Hollywood Ahead of Opening
BOISE, Idaho — Mainstream publication Boise Weekly has featured adult store chain Hustler Hollywood in an article coinciding with this weekend’s opening of their local store. The article, written by reporter Tracy Binghurst, includes quotes by Hustler Hollywood’s Vice President of Retail Philip Del Rio. Del Rio told Boise Weekly that the company “had been scouting a storefront in Boise for the past three years looking for the best location. Hustler Hollywood settled at 5805 Fairview Ave.
Grooby, Manica Media Launch Model-Focused Trans Site TGirlCreme.com
LOS ANGELES — Grooby Productions, has teamed up with Manica Media to create a new trans site, TGirlCreme.com. TGirlCreme.com features every scene each featured model has produced on Grooby’s numerous websites and productions. Participating models include Domino Presley, Natassia Dreams, Casey Kisses, Daisy Taylor, Natalie Mars, Korra Del Rio, Lena Moon and Kayla Biggs, among others.
Eva Oh Adds New 'BDSM Storytime' Videos to Fan Site
Jul 30, 2020 9:24 AM PDT BALI, Indonesia — Dominatrix Eva Oh (aka Mistress Eva) has added several new “BDSM Storytime” videos to her PleaseMeLive.com social fan site. The videos include titles like “My First Dominatrix Session,” “Why I Love Foot Fetish,” “My First Fisting,” “A Swingers Club with my Sub Girl,” “My First Golden Showers,” “My First Small Penis Humiliation Submissive,” “Dating as a Dominatrix” and more.
Lauren Phillips Enjoys Cover Spotlight for MILF Fantasy 'Montreal Yummy Mommies'
Jul 30, 2020 8:48 AM PDT LOS ANGELES — Lauren Phillips is the cover star of MILF fantasy "Montreal Yummy Mommies" from Pegas Productions. "Lauren's fans are going to love every sexy moment she creates in the movie," a rep exclaimed. "Using Lauren’s image on cover is genius move by the creative sales and marketing team at Pegas Productions. Her growing social media influence is selling movies and scenes for companies in a whole new way.
Rocco Siffredi Comes 'Back to America' for Adult Time
MONTREAL — Rocco Siffredi has created a new four-episode series for Adult Time, “Rocco's Back to America for More Adventures,” with Part One premiering today at RoccoSiffredi.com and AdultTime.com. Part One pairs Siffredi with the Jane Wilde as they meet up in the hills of Los Angeles for what Wilde has called “the best experience of my life!” “What to say about this movie?” said Siffredi.
Dallas Novelty's Nick Mahler to Talk 'Toys of Summer' on 'The Derek & Romaine Show' Today
Jul 30, 2020 8:33 AM PDT DALLAS — Dallas Novelty's Nick Mahler returns to LGBTQ-focused podcast "The Derek & Romaine Show" today at 3 p.m. (PDT) with "The Toys of Summer," an array of the company's most popular products. “I am really looking forward to the 'Derek & Romaine Show' because they are always fun to talk about the latest and greatest sex toys with since they actually use them,” Mahler said.
TTS to Hold Zoom Sessions to Answer Industry Questions About Testing
MIAMI, Fla. — Talent Testing Service (TTS) has announced they will be holding Zoom meetings next week to answer questions about updated health and safety guidelines, particularly regarding COVID-19 testing. The lab network will hold three sessions, according to a rep, to “clarify the impact on the adult production community these guidelines will have.” The Zoom sessions will be held Monday August 3, Tuesday August 4 and Thursday August 5, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (PDT).
Starlet Lydia Love Launches Official Website
Jul 30, 2020 7:53 AM PDT LOS ANGELES — "Fresh-faced, effervescent, curvy beauty" Lydia Love has launched her official website with a menu of exclusive content. The site will feature "super-hot" solo clips, G/G scenes and serve as "a venue for fans to get closer to the brunette with the big blue eyes through private cam [shows] and even have her whisper sweet nothings on the phone through an exclusive private number," a rep explained. The starlet enthused about the new venture.
The Challenges, Opportunities of Camming While Pregnant
I first started camming in 2016 when my partner and I had lost our business, home, vehicle … everything. I was also 16 weeks pregnant with my second child and needed to find a way to save my family. Finding work as a pregnant woman is nearly impossible. I had tried camming before, but only as a guest on another broadcaster’s channel, so — with a lot of support from my partner — I decided to take the leap and create my own cam account.
Kink.com, BIPOC Performers and Activists Announce 'Flip the Script' Webinars
JC Adams Jul 30, 2020 12:02 PM PDT SAN FRANCISCO — Kink.com, in partnership with BIPOC performers, activists and educators, has announced a series of virtual panels titled "Flip the Script" to interrogate issues of "race, representation and power in the adult industry and the kink community." Daily panels are scheduled from 4 to 6 p.m. (PDT) daily Tuesday, August 4 through Friday, August 7; several panels daily are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, August 8 and 9.
Jay Romero Makes SeeHimFuck Debut Opposite Nia Nacci
Jul 29, 2020 4:46 PM PDT HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Jay Romero makes his SeeHimFuck.com debut opposite Nia Nacci in "He Deserved This," now available as a member exclusive. The site produces B/G content focused on the male performer. "She took him places he had never been before, which means this scene has some porn star firsts and fans get to see the real reaction in real time — just as it unfolded for the cameras," a rep enthused.
XBIZ Miami Virtual Show Schedule Announced
LOS ANGELES — XBIZ is pleased to announce the full show schedule for the first-ever virtual edition of XBIZ Miami, presented by Chaturbate, set to deliver an unrivaled worldwide conference program for talent, content creators and webmasters August 24 to 27 via XBIZ.net.
Bianca Burke Stars in New Titles for Naughty America, Hustler
Jul 29, 2020 4:12 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — Bianca Burke stars in two new titles, "Cheating Lesbian MILFs 2" from Hustler and "My First Sex Teacher," a 3D VR experience from Naughty America. “I’m very excited at the prospect of putting out two films right now, while adult film fans are at their peak of entertainment hunger,” Burke said.
Coconu Releases New 'Intimacy Gift Set'
LOS ANGELES — All-natural sexual wellness brand Coconu now has a trio of products in a gift set available. “These lazy summer days are about to get sexier with the help of Coconu — the revolutionary personal lubricant brand that’s the expert with helping you have better sex naturally,” the company said.
Oxballs Launches New B2B Website
CHATSWORTH, Calif. — Oxballs and hunkyjunk have a new online destination for retailers with the launch of its new B2B website, OxballsWholesale.com. “Our new B2B website has everything we do in one easy to use place — product pics, details, categories that are clear, search menus that work,” the company said in an email announcement.
Lance Hart Launches Brand-New Bi Studio
JC Adams Jul 29, 2020 3:36 PM PDT LAS VEGAS — Prolific performer, director and producer Lance Hart, the reigning XBIZ Male Clip Artist of the Year, is "on a mission" with his newest venture: paysite BiFuck.com, featuring "more bi porn made by bi people." The site joins SweetFemdom and ManUpFilms on Hart's Pervout network and launched with six scenes starring new faces alongside members of the filmmaker's repertory company: Lydia Black, Dillon Diaz, Kat Dior, Wolf Hudson, Colby Jansen, Lilith...
Indiana Bones Rebrands Himself as Dan Ferrari
Jul 29, 2020 3:02 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — Adult performer Indiana Bones has announced he is rebranding himself professionally as Dan Ferrari, effective immediately. According to a rep, "He entered quarantine as Indiana Bones and emerges as Dan Ferrari, with a new name and a new look. All of those quarantine workouts have really paid off." Ferrari said his decision was not easy, but that “Indiana Bones” no longer represented the vision for his career.
Mariska is Sultry 'Executive Secretary' for Marc Dorcel
JC Adams Jul 29, 2020 3:12 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — European headliner Mariska and director Franck Vicomte have partnered on "Mariska, Executive Secretary" for Marc Dorcel. The feature, a follow-up to 2017's "My Father's Secretary," is now available in all formats; Wicked Pictures is managing its U.S. distribution. Alyssia Kent, Jessica Portman, Liv Revamped and Lana Roy fill out the cast; male talent includes Kristof Cale, Charlie Dean, Yanick Shaft and Thomas Stone.
Czech Company Netlook Denies 'Casting Couch' Content Charges
PRAGUE — Czech online adult entertainment company Netlook has finally released a statement in connection to the July 13 arrests of owner Martin Stiborek and several employees, charged with “coercing women to have sex on camera,” over content on one of his company's casting-couch themed websites.
U.K.: Daily Mail Report Stigmatizes Online Sex Workers
LONDON — Amidst increasing calls for government intervention on freedom of online expression, right-wing U.K. tabloid The Daily Mail continued their attack on the adult industry and sex workers with a stigmatizing report using blatantly classist and stigmatizing language. The report, centering on OnlyFans, was published yesterday under the headline “Website Where Middle-Class Girls Sell Their Bodies,” and written by Beth Hale, a long-time Daily Mail “celebrity and lifestyle” reporter.
Maya Sinstress Interviewed by The Packie
Jul 29, 2020 12:19 PM PDT LAS VEGAS — BDSM expert Maya Sinstress was recently interviewed by mainstream site The Packie. “Mainstream site The Packie is known for bringing the best in news, sports and comedy,” said a rep. “Ms. Sinstress recently sat down with Ryan Glover for an informative and entertaining interview,” the rep continued.
Elegant Angel Streets Long-Awaited Sequel 'Club Elite 4'
Jul 29, 2020 12:10 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — Elegant Angel's popular series Club Elite returns after a three-year hiatus with "Club Elite 4,” shipping immediately and streeting August 5. Dubbed a “reality porn" series, "Club Elite 4" features Kira Noir, Lala Ivey, Diamond Banks, Aurora Jolie, Aaliyah Hadid, Prince Yahshua, L.T. (also the director) and Pressure. "It's been too long since we've released a follow-up to our 'Club Elite' series," said a rep.
Erotica X Streets James Avalon's 'Art of Romance 8,' 'Sensual Moments 8'
MONTREAL — Erotica X has announced the releases of “Art of Romance 8” and “Sensual Moments 8,” now available in all formats. Directed by James Avalon, “Art of Romance 8,” stars Jessie Saint, Allie Nicole, Alison Rey, Lana Sharapova, Brad Newman, James Deen, Seth Gamble and Stirling Cooper. in four couple scenes. “Sensual Moments 8,” also helmed by Avalon, stars Adira Allure, Scarlit Scandal, Paige Owens, Diana Grace, Jake Adams, Jay Smooth, Michael Vegas and Seth Gamble.
Justine Cross to Teach Online Class on Adapting SW to Virtual Business
Jul 29, 2020 11:10 AM PDT LOS ANGELES — BDSM expert Justine Cross has announced an online virtual class, “Thriving Virtually: Translating IRL to Online for Sex Workers,” on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. (PDT).
Stripchat Launches Reddit Contest for Models, Fans
LOS ANGELES — Stripchat has announced a new promotion for fans and models, offering $100 in tokens for the most upvoted post on the r/StripchatOfficial subreddit each week for the next six weeks. “Stripchat is ‘Making It Rain’ on Reddit!” enthused a rep. “Got an eye for talent? Want a Benjamin for that boner?
Voodoo Toys Temporarily Suspends Facebook Advertising
JC Adams Jul 29, 2020 10:02 AM PDT LOS ANGELES — Voodoo Toys CEO Kevin Mirarchi announced the company has temporarily paused its Facebook marketing and has join other brands in protest against "hate speech and other harmful content" on the platform.
UKAP Announces Working Groups in Response to #BLM
LONDON — British industry group U.K. Adult Professionals (UKAP) has announced they are setting up two working groups to discuss “next steps for combating racial prejudice towards black people and minority ethnicities.” The two groups are the Experience Share group and the Study and Response group.
Nutaku Opens Pre-Registration for Adults-Only 'Versus Tales X'
JC Adams Jul 29, 2020 9:10 AM PDT LOS ANGELES — Nutaku has formally opened pre-registration for the adults-only RPG "Versus Tales X," developed by the DMM Games team. "As the protagonist, players have to restore harmony in the land of Otogiland, disrupted due to a broken balance between 'Elmight' and its counterpart 'Demight.' There are hundreds of sexy adventures waiting for you in this fairy tale land," a rep explained.
Angelika Grays, Verona Sky to Offer 'Tag Team' Live VR Show for SexLikeReal
Jul 29, 2020 8:49 AM PDT LOS ANGELES — Angelika Grays and Verona Sky will perform their very first live VR cam show together on Friday at 5:00 p.m. (PDT), exclusively on SexLikeReal.com. “The vixens promise a toe-curling two hour event that’s sure to exceed their fans’ expectations!” said a rep. European performers Grays and Sky have planned on a “tag team” format for their first VR show.
Tara Tainton Debuts Loyalfans.com Page
Jul 29, 2020 8:31 AM PDT LOS ANGELES — Clips artist Tara Tainton has launched a new Loyalfans.com page. Tainton’s new home on Loyalfans, according to a rep, “marks the extension of the renowned ‘Tara Tainton Video Experience’.
Casca Akashova Gets 'Dripping' Wet for MYLF
MIAMI — Casca Akashova stars in “Dripping,” a new scene for MYLF.com. “Released last week, "Dripping" starts with Casca teasing in skimpy pink lingerie before having her amazing breasts oiled up,” offered a rep. “But, when she goes for a cooling dip in the pool, things only get hotter when Casca is joined by Peter Green,” the rep added. "This scene is the perfect summertime treat for my fans," commented the AMA-repped Akashova.
Cindy Starfall Touts Limited-Edition Branded Face Mask
JC Adams Jul 29, 2020 8:31 AM PDT HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Cindy Starfall is helping her fans and followers stay safe with her own limited-edition branded face mask. "Personally designed by Cindy, the face mask features a risqué image of the model wearing only black stockings and heels," a rep explained.
Angel Long Invades America in 'Wreck My Holes' for Evil Angel
JC Adams Jul 29, 2020 7:58 AM PDT LOS ANGELES — "Sensationally nasty" performer and director Angel Long continues to dominate the U.S. in "Angel Invades America: Wreck My Holes," now available in all formats from Evil Angel. Joanna Angel, Paige Owens, Emily Willis and cover girl Martina Smeraldi fill out the cast. Male talent includes Markus Dupree and Small Hands.
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