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XBIZ TV: Hustler Hollywood Hosts CalExotics’ Nick Hawk Collection Launch Party
XBIZ TV was on location last Thursday at Hustler Hollywood in West Hollywood, where CalExotics launched the Nick Hawk Gigolo Collection with the VIP Nick Hawk Gigolo Launch Party at Hustler Hollywood.
The Evolution and Diversification of Fetish Fashion
Fetish attire has come a long way since the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. In those days, fetish attire was much more underground than it is now. But with BDSM depictions showing up in everything from beer commercials to sitcoms to telenovelas these days, fetish fashions are much more ubiquitous than they were 30, 40 or 50 years ago — and with that ubiquity has come considerable diversification.
Thorny Issue With Age-Verification Laws
Recent changes to federal online age verification legislation is spurring marketers of adult oriented materials to take a new look at the ongoing problems and the questionable solutions to this hot-button issue — and at how one problem so readily begets another...
Futuristic Forms With 3D Printing Potential
It’s a long-held, common belief that sex drives technology and its mainstreaming. The advent of the Internet, VCR and camcorders often serve as examples of technology that has evolved and facilitated the consumption of adult content by bringing it into the everyday lives of society and enabling on-demand sexual gratification. Could pleasure products go the way of adult movies with consumers creating their own functional playthings at home?
How a Cookie Law Crumbled
According to UKCookieLaw.org, the EU Cookie Law became effective in May of 2011, at which time the U.K.’s businesses were given a 12-month compliance window to come into line with this controversial law, created in response to amendments of the EU’s Privacy and Electronic Communications Directive.
Changing Thoughts About Toy and Lubricant Compatibility
Silicone toys are dominating the adult toy market, with more and more demanding customers empowering themselves with the desire for high quality gizmos for pleasure and fun. For years, the traditional thinking that silicone lubricants collide with silicone toys has been the norm for sales training and disseminating information to retail consumers.
Involuntary Stars?
During the last few years, one of the Internet’s controversial topics has been “revenge porn” or “involuntary porn” — that is, websites that post nude or erotic photos of people (mostly women) without their consent. High-traffic revenge porn sites can be quite profitable, making money from online advertising (especially from adult dating sites). Yet revenge porn sites operate much differently from standard porn sites, which typically use content from professional adult models who wanted the public to see them nude and received payment for their work. Major adult membership and webcam sites, in fact, are often inundated with applications from aspiring porn models. But revenge porn sites are known for publishing nude photos of women that might have been taken by exboyfriends or ex-husbands, and critics of revenge porn have stressed that the women didn’t agree for those photos to be published online.
Legal Concerns Unique to Adult Entertainment Companies
It is no coincidence that the adult entertainment industry has an abundance of skillful attorneys who devote much of their time to advising the industry. From 2257 to billing matters to California Assembly Bill 332 to obscenity prosecutions, the adult industry has an abundance of legal and regulatory concerns that need to be addressed. And five sectors of the industry that have much to discuss when it comes to laws and regulations are membership pay sites, live webcams, the gay sector, billing and dating.
Mayfair Hotel Sold Out for XBIZ Summit
The new all-inclusive venue for XBIZ Summit, the luxurious Mayfair Hotel & Spa, is now completely sold out for the highly anticipated digital media event of the summer slated for May 14-17.
XBIZ TV: Up Close With Eddie Powell and Jacky St. James
XBIZ TV is pleased to announce an exclusive new video interview with the New Sensations production team of Eddie Powell and Jacky St. James.
2013 XBIZ Summit Schedule Announced
XBIZ is pleased to announce its official XBIZ Summit schedule, detailing the numerous networking, educational and deal-making opportunities offered to this annual gathering of adult entertainment industry insiders.
Pleasure Products 2013: Delivering the Goods
What does 2013 hold for distributors of pleasure products? Will new market trends develop or will business continue on the previous year’s trajectory? To get an overview of market outlooks we contacted representatives of seven major distribution outlets: Eldorado Trading Company, Holiday Products, Komar Company, PinkCherry, Pleasure Works, SLS Specialty and, for the international perspective, Planet Earth Wholesale.
Kinky Couples: Couples-friendly Retailing
Retailers have a major opportunity to engage customers in a meaningful and long-lasting way that will keep them coming back even after the spell of Christian Grey’s steely eyes wears off.
Dev Depot: Color Scheme Designer
From complimentary and contrasting color schemes to displays optimized for color-blind users, ColorSchemeDesigner.com handles all your palette picking needs
Colin Rowntree to Host Movie Nights at XBIZ Summit
Wasteland CEO Colin Rowntree will host two nights of iconic films during XBIZ Summit, presented by AWEmpire, at the all-inclusive luxury venue, the Mayfair Hotel & Spa in Miami’s famed Coconut Grove.
XBIZ EU 2013's Official Website Debuts
XBIZ is pleased to launch XBIZ EU 2013's official website for the Sept. 22-25 conference in central London.
Man of Steel: Trenton Ducati Goes From Rodeo to Gay Porn Stardom
As Trenton Ducati approached the stage to accept his award for Gay Performer of the Year at the XBIZ Awards on January 11, few in the audience knew the full story. Having just completed a whirlwind year where he turned in top-notch performances for almost all the top studios, Ducati had every reason to bask in the glory of a well-earned accolade.
Cybersocket to Host XBIZ Summit Opening Party
Cybersocket today announced plans to host the XBIZ Summit 2013 Opening Party in conjunction with its sponsors at Mr. Moe's Restaurant & Bar.
Device Proliferation Creating Headaches for Web Designers
Modern consumer media devices come in all shapes and sizes, with differing display options, form factors and functionalities. One size no longer fits all; causing problems for those who seek to satisfy today’s audiences on the go — but fortunately a wide range of solutions exist. Here are a few tips to help you make sense of your choices.
XBIZ Summit to Debut 1st 'Gamified' Show; Prizes Announced
XBIZ is pleased to announce the "gamification" of XBIZ Summit, bringing an all-new, industry-first element to the highly anticipated event courtesy of presenting sponsor AWEmpire. XBIZ Summit attendees will earn participation points in a friendly competition with exciting prizes.