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Global Perspective on Income Inequality, Porn Pricing
In a recent discussion about the challenges of selling adult fare in a maturing market, one observer commented, “millions of people come online for the first time each day” — a response designed to provide assurance of the continued marketplace for digital erotica.
Getting It on in Germany
Germany has long been considered one of the prime pastures for porn promoters — boasting a resiliently robust economy, a bawdy sense of sexuality and advanced technical infrastructure that facilitates adult ecommerce.
XBIZ Summit Bikini Contest Set for Miami
XBIZ is pleased to announce the return of its "Miss XBIZ Summit" Bikini Contest in Miami this May, when "the ultimate playground for business," presented by AWEmpire, will move to an all-new, all-inclusive venue.
Online Dating: Continues to Be Popular, Profitable
Professional dating services were around long before the advent of the Internet, but the Internet has expanded the market for dating services considerably — and in 2013, the online dating sector will continue to be popular, profitable and competitive.
Traffic: Unfriendly Search Algorithms May Increase
The last year has brought many significant changes to the way traffic is acquired and evaluated. In 2013 webmasters will be faced with an increasingly unfriendly search engine algorithm, the dangers of buying recycled traffic from an ecosystem that replicates clicks intentionally and unintentionally as well as much more direct competition from large well-funded companies. Many will not survive, but the rewards will likely be even greater for those who do.
XBIZ Summit Website Goes Live, Event Details Announced
XBIZ, The Industry Source, is pleased to announce its next generation XBIZ Summit, along with its accompanying website, XBIZSummit.com, revealing details of this trendsetting event.
2nd Annual AEVC Breaks Attendance Record
The second annual Adult Entertainment Virtual Convention (AEVC) wrapped up another successful show this past weekend, setting new attendance records and exposing new audiences to the wonders of the virtual reality realm.
‘Fifty Shades’ of Inspiration
The erotic bestseller is nothing new. But “Fifty Shades” feels different. For one thing, it is the bestselling book of all time in the United Kingdom. Take that Harry Potter. “Fifty Shades” feels like “Deep Throat” — a cultural watershed. XBIZ spoke with mainstream book publishers and booksellers, Good Vibrations, Smitten Kitten, The Museum of Sex, Coco de Mer and Rachel Kramer Bussell to see what may come of the “Fifty Shades” phenomenon.
Mainstream Maneuvering
For Internet marketers seeking the sweet spot, “diversification” has been high on the list of business requirements for some time now. Evidence of this can be found amongst adult webmasters currently operating, or contemplating, mainstream websites and offers. This move is often chosen in hopes of finding a panacea for piracy, questionable payouts, low traffic and lagging sales — or simply to avoid having all of their eggs in one basket.
Adult Entertainment Experts Set for AEVC ‘State of the Industry’ Session
A stellar array of speakers will bring an A-list level of experience to the “State of the Industry” session at the 2013 Adult Entertainment Virtual Convention and Awards.
Will Retail’s Luck Hold Out In 2013?
Superstitious souls might be worried that a year ending in 13 may be a harbinger of bad luck for retail success. But it could be a very good year if retail pros are prepared for what’s shaping up to be a volatile marketplace in 2013.
Dev Depot: Scratchpad
A new interactive tool for testing HTML and CSS coding in real time using a live preview window is handy, but the big story may be the technology that it is built upon.
Desktop App Review: CSS Hat
Designers working with both Photoshop layers and CSS files now have an instantaneous way of generating valid code with the click of a mouse.
Dev Depot: Can I Use...
Today’s web developers face a growing range of platform types and variants, causing problems for high-end designers. Here’s some guidance and a tool to help target your desired devices.
XBIZ Retreat Returns to Miami May 19-23
Following a successful winter edition of the all-inclusive, invite-only 3-day event for adult retailers, XBIZ Retreat, XBIZ is pleased to announce the second annual XBIZ Miami Retreat, slated for May 19-23.
Mobile vs. Web Access: Digital Dividing Line
Technology is combining with changing consumer behaviors to drive an increase in the use of mobile devices for Internet access. From checking Facebook to bank accounts, watching videos to engaging in social media, and even live interactive sex cams, mobile devices are commonly employed throughout the day by today’s active audiences.
Standard Innovation Wins Powered Pleasure Product of the Year XBIZ Award
Standard Innovation Corporation, the designer and manufacturer of the We-Vibe family of sexual wellness products, recently accepted the Powered Pleasure Product of the Year Award for Thrill by We-Vibe at the XBIZ Awards 2013 gala in Las Angeles.
XBIZ Summit 2013 Miami Dates Announced; Complete Hotel Takeover
XBIZ is pleased to announce "the ultimate playground for business" at an all-new, all-inclusive venue for the XBIZ Summit set for May 14-17 in the heart of South Florida.
Nalpac Picks Up XBIZ Award-Winning Hustler Lingerie
Nalpac has added XBIZ Award-winning Hustler Lingerie to its growing range of lingerie for both women and men.
Pointers on Email Marketing for Adult Traffic Building
Email marketing is a perennially profitable medium for adult website traffic building because it is a “push” rather than a “pull” mechanism for content distribution, sending the desired material from merchant to customer, in lieu of a customer just stumbling upon it.