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2015 XBIZ Miami Dates, Venue Announced

XBIZ is pleased to announce its return to Miami for the annual 2015 XBIZ Miami, uniting the online adult industry’s top movers and shakers for “the ultimate business retreat.”

'Marriage 2.0' Earns XBIZ Editor's Choice, Breaks New Ground

In what will go down as a groundbreaking exploration of modern-day relationships, the debut feature film from Lionreach Productions and Adam & Eve which has received an Editor's Choice from XBIZ, is as refreshing as it is ambitious.

UKAP Awards Set for Sept. 17 During XBIZ London

The UKAP Awards, which honors the top producers and talent of British film erotica, will take place this year on the evening of Thursday, Sept. 17, in conjunction with the XBIZ London international digital media conference.

trends

Mobile, Niche Marketing a Priority for Dating Sites in 2015

Professional matchmaking has been around for centuries, but in recent years, Internet dating has taken it to a whole new level. The online dating sector continues to evolve as technology evolves, and noteworthy adult dating trends to look out for in 2015 include increased use of mobile devices, continued niche dating, promotions in growth markets, and a marketplace with both major players and smaller specialized players.

Alex Henderson ·
trends

Will Traffic Remain King in 2015?

Traffic definitely proved it was king over content during the last several years, but now as stale free porn content and recycled mainstream entertainment begin to lose their luster, we are starting to see some new trends with the biggest traffic providers seeking to fill the void as overall production is way down at a time when the need for fresh new content appears to be on its way back up.

Stewart Tongue ·

XBIZ.net London Gathering a 'Success'

Last night’s XBIZ.net London Gathering in London was another well-attended event.

opinion

Think: Be Careful What You Wish For

Reading over the news about the U.K.’s Audiovisual Media Services Regulations 2014 and the Communications Act of 2003 that it amended, one thought kept reverberating through my head: Thank you, 1st Amendment!

Q. Boyer ·
opinion

New U.K. Regs Will Set Back Women in Porn

Porn is “the last glass ceiling for women,” Free Speech Coalition CEO Diane Duke has often told me — and it’s a sentiment I whole-heartedly share. From the attack on Christy Mack and the ensuing mainstream narrative that reduced her to an inevitable victim to the puerile outing of Belle Knox, 2014 highlighted that too many in society still believe female sexual performance comes at a price, and that price is rarely a squirting bonus scene.

Nichi Hodgson ·

Jacky St. James Discusses 2015 XBIZ Director of the Year Award

Jacky St. James told XBIZ that filmmaking could be likened to a football game with the director as the quarterback.

opinion

2014: A Game of Technological Leapfrog

With 2014 coming to an end, I found myself considering the major events and factors that influenced the adult entertainment industry during the past year. I ended up focusing on the latest technological impact on adult content consumption, distribution and production, while still considering the significant political events of the year.

Stephen Yagielowicz ·

Carter Cruise Talks XBIZ Awards, Future

Carter Cruise told XBIZ she’s no stranger to big crowds, but standing in front of the adult industry was a different kind of thrill.

Anikka Albrite Discusses 2015 XBIZ Female Performer of the Year Award

Anikka Albrite told XBIZ she was feeling just a bit jet-lagged on the night of Jan. 15 at the XBIZ Awards in downtown L.A.

2015 XBIZ Index Now Available Free in Digital Format

XBIZ is pleased to announce the availability of the 2015 XBIZ Index, the industry's popular "black book" business directory, in digital format.

Chad Braverman, Scott Watkins Honored at 2015 XBIZ Exec Awards

Doc Johnson’s own Chad Braverman and Scott Watkins were recognized at the 2015 XBIZ Executive Awards show, respectively honored with the “Senior Leadership Award” and “Progressive Leadership Award.”

Venus Lux Wins XBIZ 2015 Transsexual Performer of the Year Award

Venus Lux announced that she has won the 2015 XBIZ Award for Transsexual Performer of the Year.

XBIZ Retail Retreat Event Dates Announced

Fresh off the heels of the third annual Hollywood edition of the XBIZ Retreat, XBIZ is pleased to announce the upcoming Miami XBIZ Retreat is set for May 31 to June 4.

Epoch Presents XBIZ London; Dates, Venue Announced

XBIZ is pleased to announce its return to the U.K. for XBIZ London, presented by Epoch.

Video: 'Women In Porn' Event Live Broadcast From XBIZ 360

The Mindbrowse.com “Women in Porn: Shattering the Myths” debate was broadcast at the recent XBIZ 360 event series at The Andaz Hotel in Los Angeles.

Vice Explores ‘Sex Toys of the Digital Age’ at XBIZ 360

While checking out the world premiere of the first-ever interactive masturbator created by Fleshlight and KIIROO at XBIZ 360, Vice reporter Peter Holslin spoke to supporters and skeptics of the future of teledildonics.

Kendra Lust Takes Home 2015 XBIZ MILF of the Year Award

Kendra Lust announced that she was the winner of the 2015 XBIZ Award for MILF of the Year.