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2012 FSC Award Winners Honored at FSC Summit Gala

The Free Speech Coalition honored an elite group of adult industry leaders on Thursday night, handing out the 2012 FSC Awards during a gala cocktail reception at the Stone Rose Lounge inside the Sofitel Hotel.

FSC Summit Takes Look at Next Steps to Battle Measure B

Thursday's Free Speech Coalition Summit drew a packed crowd at its inaugural event that for the most part provided attendees a bird eye's view on the latest legal issues that threaten the business.

Discussion of Measure B to Be Held at Tomorrow’s FSC Summit

Passage of Measure B on the Los Angeles County ballot has prompted Free Speech Coalition (FSC) to schedule a discussion of the latest developments at tomorrow’s FSC Summit, to be held at the Sofitel Hotel in West Hollywood, Calif.

No on Government Waste Plans to Challenge Measure B in the Courts

The No on Government Waste Committee announced plans Wednesday morning to challenge Measure B's passage in the courts in the beginning of a "lengthy litigation and implementation process."

L.A. County's Measure B Passes

Los Angeles County's Measure B has passed with 56 percent of the vote, according to final election results from the county's registrar.

Sportsheets Gets ‘Novelty Company of the Year’ Accolade From FSC

Sportsheets has been named 2012 Novelty Company of the Year by the Free Speech Coalition (FSC), for its unwavering dedication to lifting the BDSM and fantasy taboo with quality products designed to bring couples closer together.

Pipedream Says ‘No’ to Measure B

Pipedream Products is establishing itself as a strong opponent of Measure B, the Los Angeles county initiative appearing on the Nov. 6 ballot that proposes to mandate the usage of condoms and other forms of body-wear in all adult entertainment productions.

Gamma Wins Internet Company of the Year From FSC

Gamma Entertainment has announced that it has received the Internet Company of the Year award from the 2012 Free Speech Coalition (FSC) Awards.

Weinstein Demands 'No on Measure B' Give Back Manwin's $150K Contribution

AIDS Healthcare Foundation President Michael Weinstein on Tuesday called on for the No on Measure B campaign to give back a $150,000 donation from Manwin, saying the contribution by the adult entertainment conglomerate was a violation of federal election laws.

Adult Industry Convenes Over 'No on Measure B'

An adult entertainment industry meeting conceived to outline strategies and gain financial support in an effort to topple Measure B attracted a standing-room-only crowd today of about 120 adult industry heavyweights comprising of company owners, producers and performers.

FSC Summit Brings Together Industry Vets, Legal Eagles

The inaugural Free Speech Coalition Summit, a one-day event produced by XBIZ, will feature a slate of panels covering hot business topics of interest to adult industry professionals.

Measure B May Have Trouble Drawing Voter Interest, L.A. Times Article Says

Measure B proponents may have a tricky time convincing voters to even consider mandatory condoms for the local porn production community, according to a Los Angeles Times article published today.

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What’s the Story With the New gTLDs?

Recently, several members have asked for an update on ICANN’s new gTLD program and the timeline for its implementation. However, there is not an easy answer, because as with all things ICANN, the gTLD program is mired in confusion and uncertainty.

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L.A. Times, Daily News Say No to Measure B

Measure B is likely to stymie Los Angeles County government and bring little benefit to performers, according to the Los Angeles Times. The Times and Daily News of Los Angeles have officially come out against the proposal.

Manwin Gives TTS Green Light After APHSS Endorsement

Following news earlier in the day that Talent Testing Service has become an endorsed APHSS provider, Manwin announced this afternoon that it will once again accept results from the performer testing service.

FSC's Suit Over 2257 Heads Back to Court Next Month

U.S. District Judge Michael Baylson today scheduled a hearing for Monday, Nov. 26, to consider the Justice Department's argument that the issue of deciding the constitutionality of the federal recordkeeping and labeling law is "unripe."