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Cherry Pimps Starts March Off With a Bang

Cherry Pimps' Wild on Cam channel exclusively on the Streamate network kicks off March with a stacked lineup of stars this week.

Q&A: Dr. Laura Henkel Discusses '12 Inches of Sin' Kickstarter Campaign

Dr. Laura Henkel told XBIZ she has launched a Kickstarter campaign to help finance the publication of hardcover books for the four-volume set of juried, erotic art called “12 Inches of Sin: So Much Art You Can Barely Fit It All In."

Dominatrix a Victim of Public’s Keen Interest in ‘Fifty Shades,’ Attorney Says

The operator of a BDSM-training business in Orlando has become the victim of the public's keen interest in “Fifty Shades of Grey” after a local TV news program, acting on a tip of a dominatrix working from her home, whipped up a probe of her alleged home-based business.

NakedSword Unveils Season Finale of 'A Wicked Game'

Today the saga ends with NakedSword Original's fourth episode and season finale of the hardcore thriller, "A Wicked Game."

Manchester Porn Protest Will Include a ‘Mass Spanking’

The U.K. porn protest scheduled in Manchester on Sunday will include a “mass spanking” at its now-disclosed location, Sackville Gardens.

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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 ·

Q&A: ‘Nexus Will Be Back Bigger, Better Than Ever’

Nexus is gearing up for the return of its full range to the U.S. market next year with the release of new and redesigned products.

Q&A: Keisha Grey Talks Career, First Anal Scene

The next step in the progression of Keisha Grey becomes official in March, when Hard X will release the first anal scene of her career.

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Q&A With Mia Zhu, CEO of Mobius Payments

Mia Hyun, president and CEO of Mobius Payments, knows A to Z about online processing, particularly within the high-risk adult space, where the exercise to pivot and change with regulation and policymaking is constant.

Rhett Pardon ·

XBIZ.net London Gathering a 'Success'

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

Q&A: Indian Pleasure Products Market to Reach $1.6B by 2020

With his pulse on the Indian pleasure products market, Samir Saraiya launched the country’s pioneering online adult retailer ThatsPersonal.com in 2013 with the hopes of becoming a major purveyor in India’s marketplace that’s expected to grow to $1.6 billion market by 2020.

opinion

Creating a Plan for Success as the Economic Picture Gets Brighter

A new year always brings promise and the excitement of new opportunities. And this year is looking better than a number of recent ones when it comes to economic forecasts. In the U.S., a total of 321,000 jobs were added in November of 2014 and data for the months of September and October were revised to show 44,000 more jobs created than were previously reported.

Gary Jackson ·

Jenna Ivory Stars in ‘Seduced by a Black Woman’

Jenna Ivory stars and graces the cover of “Seduced by a Black Woman.”

opinion

Valentine’s Day Isn’t Just a Couples’ Celebration

‘Tis the season for love at your friendly neighborhood sex shop! This is not to say that there isn’t a particular sense of yearning and passion that haunts your stores the other 11 months out of the year. You just can’t deny that there’s something different about the vibe (pun intended) around Valentine’s Day.

Mark Espinosa ·
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Exec Seat: Q&A With Jake Jaxson, CEO of CockyBoys

It’s easier to see in hindsight, those moments signaling important turning points in the evolution of a studio. CockyBoys has been around since 2007, but few people in the industry were as familiar with the name Jake Jaxson when he took over the company in 2010.

Dan Cameron ·
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Q&A With iFriends' Jaime Joseph: Making the Most of Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is no longer just a Hallmark holiday. Companies like iFriends see it as prime time to connect with the masses with special events, free promotions and higher payouts for its affiliates.

Rhett Pardon ·

LG Bundles a VR Headset With G3 Smartphone

Virtual reality porn could be coming sooner to the masses as more manufacturers roll out new models.

NakedSword Debuts 1st Episode of 'A Wicked Game'

NakedSword Originals recently debuted the first episode of its controversial new feature, “A Wicked Game.”

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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 ·