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Angel Bermudez of Evolved Novelties Passes Away at 52

Angel Bermudez, a valued and integral member of the sales team at Evolved Novelties, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 14, at his home in Miami. He was 52.

Free Speech Coalition Sues Florida to Block AV Law

Free Speech Coalition (FSC) announced Monday that it has filed a legal challenge in Florida to block HB3, the state's age verification law.

FSC Announces 2024 Board of Directors Election Results

The Free Speech Coalition has announced the results of its 2024 Board of Directors election.

2025 XMAs 'Fan Favorite' Nominees Announced, Voting Now Open

The nominees for the 2025 XMAs "Fan Favorite" categories have been announced, and voting has begun.

Playboy Exec Holly Ruprecht, Ana Foxxx to Host Online Industry Edition of XBIZ Honors

Industry veteran and Playboy executive Holly Ruprecht and award-winning performer-producer Ana Foxxx have been tapped to host the online industry edition of the 2025 XBIZ Honors, set for Wednesday, Jan. 15, at the Kimpton Everly Hotel in Hollywood.

ASACP Urges Compliance With UK Online Safety Act

LOS ANGELES — The Association of Sites Advocating Child Protection (ASACP) has issued a statement advising adult companies to prepare to comply with the age assurance provisions of the U.K.'s Online Safety Act, which go into effect in 2025.

Stuart Lawley, Controversial Figure Behind .XXX TLD, Passes Away

Stuart Lawley, known in the adult industry for leading ICM Registry, has passed away, according to a close friend and associate.

Ricky Greenwood to Unpack the Art of Filmmaking in XBIZ 2025 Keynote

XBIZ is pleased to announce that acclaimed, multi-award-winning director Ricky Greenwood will deliver the Content Keynote address at XBIZ 2025, taking place Jan. 13-16.

FSC Announces 2024 Board of Directors Nominees

The Free Speech Coalition has announced the nominees for its 2024 Board of Directors election.

2025 XMA Award Nominees Announced

'Tis the season to celebrate as the nominees for the 2025 XMAs – Adult Industry’s Biggest Night® – have been revealed, honoring outstanding achievements across the global adult industry, with 1,625 nominees spanning 100 categories.

FSC: Kansas Attorneys Seeking Plaintiffs to Sue Adult Companies Over Age Verification

Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has released a statement warning that a personal injury law firm in Kansas is soliciting plaintiffs to sue adult companies under the state's age verification law.

FSC Warns of Nude Photography Site Falsely Claiming Affiliation With Organization

Free Speech Coalition (FSC) published a statement Friday warning of a nude art photography website fraudulently claiming to be associated with the industry trade organization.

MojoHost Reaffirms Commitment to Adult Industry Amid Project 2025 Implications

In the wake of Tuesday’s election and concerns about Project 2025’s potential ramifications, MojoHost President Brad Mitchell has released a statement affirming its commitment to the adult industry.

XBIZ Honors Retail Edition to Light Up Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

XBIZ is pleased to announce that the pleasure industry’s biggest night, the retail edition of the annual XBIZ Honors, set for Saturday, Jan. 18, will be held at the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel.

XBIZ LA Show Introduces New 'Crib Crawl' Feature

XBIZ is pleased to announce that the 2025 edition of its flagship conference, the XBIZ Show, will debut a brand-new feature: Crib Crawl, offering attendees the chance to meet and greet representatives from leading brands and organizations in dedicated suites at the host venue.

2025 XBIZ Exec Awards Nominees for Retail Industry Announced

XBIZ is pleased to announce the nominees for the retail industry edition of the 2025 XBIZ Exec Awards, set to be presented as part of the annual XBIZ Honors ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 18 in conjunction with XBIZ Expo.

2025 XBIZ Exec Awards Nominees for Online Industry Announced

XBIZ is pleased to announce the nominees for the online industry edition of the 2025 XBIZ Exec Awards, set to be presented as part of the annual XBIZ Honors ceremony on Wednesday, Jan. 15 in conjunction with the XBIZ 2025 conference.

Oklahoma Age Verification Law Takes Effect Nov. 1

With Oklahoma's age verification law, SB 1959, poised to go into effect this Friday, Nov. 1, Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has released a brief statement regarding the legislation.

Montana District Court Denies Motion to Dismiss FSC Lawsuit in 'Major Victory'

Free Speech Coalition (FSC) scored a major victory Tuesday in its fight against Montana's age verification law, when a Montana district court denied the state's motion to dismiss the adult industry trade association's lawsuit challenging the statute.

Victoria White Passes Away at 37

Retired performer Victoria White passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 7 in Raleigh, North Carolina at 37, according to family and industry associates.

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