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Are Plots Needed?
There was a period not too long ago, when I realized that I was getting more turned on by erotic scenes in R-rated mainstream films than I was by watching porn.
Adult Innovations
The online adult entertainment industry has long been perceived to be a leader in technological and marketing innovation, but what exactly are these innovations? To help answer this question, XBIZ World Magazine profiled several significant examples of online adult marketing prowess.
Report: Attackers Adopt Stealth Tactics
Computer security systems provider Symantec has released its 13th Internet Security Threat Report, which analyzed Internet attacks and vulnerabilities such as malicious code, phishing, spam and other security risks over the past six months.
Where's the Traffic?
It's notoriously difficult to get precise statistics about adult websites, mostly because the vast majority of the adult industry is privately held and no one's volunteering much information.
Tommy Gunn to Appear at Miami eXXXotica Show
Adult star and AVN Male Performer of the Year Tommy Gunn will be on hand at Miami's eXXXotica to meet and greet his fans at the adult convention.
The XBIZ Weekly Retail Round-Up
The weekly collection of articles reporting on local laws and battles that affect today's adult retailers.
Michaels, O'Lovely Set to Host Urban Spice Awards
Adult performers Sean Michaels and Olivia O’Lovely will host the 1st annual Urban Spice Awards on June 8.
The XBIZ Weekly Tech Round-up
This week's Tech Round-up brings news about new ways to plan trips, avoid traffic, build websites and communicate with friends and colleagues.
CommerceGate Signs On as Seminar Sponsor of XSF '08
Internet payment service provider CommerceGate has signed on as a seminar sponsor of the XBIZ Summer '08 Forum, to be held July 9-11 at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
¿Habla Español?
Between the U.S. Census Bureau and Encyclopædia Britannica, it isn't hard to make a strong argument in favor of learning Spanish.
Swingers Claim Obama Campaign Link
Swinger lifestyle magazine and social community Kasidie.com is reporting on a link between a sex scandal and the rise of presidential hopeful Barack Obama.
XBIZ's Hymes Morphs From Publisher to Executive Editor
XBIZ today announced that Tom Hymes has assumed the title of executive editor. The change allows Hymes to pursue personal projects and opportunities.
3.5G Drives Mobile
Opinions vary as to how large the mobile market for adult content is, but one thing appears to be clear; the infrastructure backend for mobile content distribution is growing like a weed.
Pussycat Preacher Faces Film Critics
Stripper-turned-minister Heather Veitch is receiving attention on the film festival circuit for her recent documentary, "The Pussycat Preacher," which details her mission of bringing the word of God to exotic dancers and porn stars.
Solo Boys Online
The adult Internet is all about niche content. It's different strokes for different folks, and it's long been established that most of the stroking audience is male — straight or gay. However, one niche that seems sadly underserved is membership sites featuring solo guy content.
From Russia With Lust
With a degree in cinematography from the Brooks Institute of Photography, Ivan began partnering with other horror-film lovers and made a number of indie films in the late 1990s. With his chops honed and doors of opportunity opening up, he then made the move to adult.
Denmark Study: Most People Think Hardcore Porn Has a Positive Influence
An article on the Psychology Today website reports on a recent study conducted in Denmark which found that men and women generally believe that hardcore pornography has a positive influence on their lives.
The Net Porn Fad
Did you ever consider that the whole online porn thing may have simply been a fad and that it may have pretty much run its course?
The XBIZ Weekly Retail Round-Up
The weekly collection of articles reporting on local laws and battles that affect today's adult retailers.
XBIZ Summer Forum ’08 Now Free to First 1,000 Registrants
XBIZ President Alec Helmy, in a precedent-setting move, has announced that registry to the XBIZ Summer ’08 Forum will be free to the first 1,000 to sign up — positioning the show to become the industry's highest attended business event of the summer.