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Cloud-Based Video Encoding Key to Easy Content Deployment

Today’s online and mobile video consumers demand high-quality video playback regardless of the platform they choose to view your content on; providing challenges to marketers struggling to stay abreast of the latest codecs, containers, formats and more. In addition to third-party offline software tools and the robust integrated capabilities offered by most content management systems (CMS) for transcoding and prepping video, online services based in the Cloud are vying for a spot in the producer’s toolbox.

Stephen Yagielowicz ·
opinion

When Mobile Users Stumble Upon Standard Sites

The Internet was built one mouse click at a time, with a huge amount of material that is presented and intended to be navigated on mouse-enabled platforms; but as the world goes increasingly mobile, touch-screen and voice-controlled, the mouse is becoming an antiquated item of our computing past. Sure, they will be around for many years to come, but the writing is on the wall, forcing designers to take a second look at their practices.

Stephen Yagielowicz ·
opinion

Enjoying a Different View (Mode) With CSS Media Queries

Today’s adult entertainment consumer is seeking cutting-edge viewing options across a wide range of platforms; from big screen TVs to small-screen mobile devices and all types of computer displays, content publishers are striving to suit the needs of a “one size does not fit all” audience.

Stephen Yagielowicz ·
opinion

Using Video Trailers for Promotion

With the rise of “transparent member’s areas” on paysite tours, featuring a thumbnail image and often a short, reduced quality sample clip from each scene on the site, owners have faced the dilemma of balancing enough samples with freely giving away too much.

Stephen Yagielowicz ·

XBIZ TV: Tori Black Discusses Projects, Accolades, Future

XBIZ TV on Friday debuted an exclusive new video interview with adult film star Tori Black.

XBIZ EU a Smashing Success, Industry Execs Rave

This week's XBIZ EU international digital media conference, presented by Adult Webmaster Empire, was a resounding success, with many top industry execs praising organizers for its lineup of rich educational sessions and robust business networking opportunities.

opinion

Adult Customer Service: In-House or Outsourced?

Part of selling to the public is dealing with the public; a process that brings with it the ability to communicate directly with your customers, learning what they like and do not like about your product or service — a valuable benefit when building for the long term.

Stephen Yagielowicz ·

Lesbian Video: The Niche That Keeps on Giving

Girlfriends Films owner Dan O’Connell recalls that “when I started this business, for every hundred feet of shelf space in an adult store, VHS and DVDs, you might have five feet of lesbian content.”

Jared Rutter ·

The Creation, Preservation and Rehabilitation of Character

As the corporatization of adult continues, some forward-looking operators are seeking to craft, refine and redefine their image; moving beyond past, perhaps “shady” practices, in an effort to withstand the scrutiny of banks, boards and boardrooms.

Stephen Yagielowicz ·

XBIZ EU Day 2 Fueled by Full Slate of Networking, Seminars, Events

XBIZ EU, presented by Adult Webmaster Empire, marched forward on Tuesday with a full slate of events for attendees at London's Radisson Edwardian Bloomsbury Hotel.

XBIZ EU Day 1 Offers Lively Seminars, Workshops, Networking

XBIZ EU, presented by Adult Webmaster Empire, got off to a roaring start on Monday as the adult entertainment conference offered its first full day of lively seminars, workshops and speed networking.

XBIZ EU Kicks Off in London

XBIZ EU, presented by Adult Webmaster Empire, officially began Sunday evening in London with a kick-off happy hour and sponsor dinner.

opinion

Shifting Economy Changes Online Adult Marketplace

For online adult marketers — especially for those operating in, or targeting America — it is easy to forget the rest of the world: but the majority of the people on the Internet in 2012 are not American, or even English-speaking.

Stephen Yagielowicz ·

Pre-Nominations Open for 2013 XBIZ Awards

XBIZ is pleased to announce that pre-nominations begin today for the industry awards event of the year, the 2013 XBIZ Awards to be held on Jan. 11, 2013, in Los Angeles.

New & Improved: Novelty Biz Newcomers Making Their Mark

Adult novelty businesses have seen solid sales across the board not just from established companies, but new and upcoming ones. The novelty business is as strong as ever and there’s plenty of room for new innovative entrepreneurs who want a piece of the market.

Lyla Katz ·

AWE Hosts Live Interactive Content Workshop at XBIZ EU on Monday

Adult Webmaster Empire, XBIZ EU's Diamond Sponsor, plans on hosting a seminar on how to make more money with live webcams during next week's XBIZ EU at the Radisson Edwardian Bloomsbury Hotel in central London.

ASACP Prepares for XBIZ EU 2012

The Association of Sites Advocating Child Protection (ASACP) has announced its participation in the upcoming XBIZ EU 2012, slated for Sept. 17-19, at the Radisson Edwardian Bloomsbury Hotel in London.

XBIZ Awards 2013 Website Launches, Official Trailer Released

XBIZ is pleased to announce the launch of the official event website and video trailer for the industry awards event of the year, the 2013 XBIZ Awards, presented by Fleshlight, to be held on Jan. 11, 2013, in Los Angeles.

opinion

Evolving Privacy Laws May Change Affiliate Landscape

Whether it is the American need for a 2257 statement or the German need for age verification, or the outright ban on Internet pornography imposed by any number of countries; evolving legislation is redefining the “Wild West” nature of the old web, bringing corporate responsibilities to this historically rebellious venue, which crosses all borders and cultures.

Stephen Yagielowicz ·
opinion

Google Keeps Webmasters on Their Toes

If you are responsible for driving search engine traffic to a website, you have no doubt heard about the ongoing changes coming from Google, which are causing operators to adapt in the face of confusion.

Stephen Yagielowicz ·