French Court Rejects Lawsuit Aiming to Block Top Porn Sites

PARIS — A French court rejected today the claim by two French “child protection” nonprofits suing the country’s main internet service providers to demand a total block of the top adult sites, which those groups consider “too accessible to minors.”

The ruling was reported to Reuters by Gaelle de Montousse, head of communications at e-Enfance, one of the two plaintiffs.

e-Enfance (“e-Childhood”) and La Voix de l’Enfant (“The Voice of the Child”) believe that sites such as Pornhub, TuKif, XNXX, xHamster, XVideos, Redtube and YouPorn “make the pornographic content accessible to minors and do not verify the age of those browsing or they merely make them check a box stating they are over 18,” their lawyer Laurent Bayon told newspaper Le Figaro early last month, when the lawsuit was announced.

“The court has rejected the claim and the sites will not be blocked,” de Montousse told Reuters today.

Today’s ruling favored the defendants, top French ISPs Orange, SFR, Bouygues Télécom, Free, Colt Technologies Services and Outre mer Télécomare.

Back in March, as XBIZ reported, the seven top adult websites in France were actively pressured by the Conseil Supérieur de l’Audiovisuel (CSA) — the country’s media regulatory agency roughly equivalent to the FCC — to develop their own age-verification systems under threat of closure.

A Controversial Amendment

In February, the CSA sent a letter to Pornhub, xHamster, XVideos, XNXX, TuKif, and three Jacquie Et Michel sites demanding activation of “an age-verification system” by March 16.

The request followed the Summer 2020 passage of a law about domestic violence which, in the words of an open letter by XVideos’ owner WGCZ, “was amended with two articles concerning the distribution of pornography online [imposing] age verification on the users.”

That amendment, the statement continued, was adopted by an atypical “accelerated procedure” with a very small number of legislators present, following an initiative by President Emmanuel Macron’s government.

The WGCZ statement pointed out that less than 10% of “députés” (representatives) were present during the vote and that none of the legislators were asked about the law’s consequences or the method of age verification to be employed.

“If you ask yourself, as we do, what does pornography have to do with domestic violence, you’d be given this explanation: people can be induced to see and then reproduce ‘violent’ sexual practices seen online,” the WGCZ open letter stated.

Ricky Larkin Touts ‘Legendary Loads’ Supplements for Men

LAS VEGAS — Performer Ricky Larkin is touting the Legendary Loads range of supplements for men.

“Ricky is on a mission to empower and educate men on the benefits of natural supplements to reach their fullest potential and shoot huge loads,” a rep exclaimed. “Passionate and inspired by the effectiveness of Legendary Loads, Ricky has announced that the time has come to reveal his secret.”

Legendary Loads CEO Sean stated, “After years of supplementation and research, our team has crafted an incredible, all-natural product line that supports men’s health and sexual wellness. Having the amazing porn superstar and fitness and nutrition expert Ricky Larkin validate Legendary Loads’ efficacy is monumental.”

The rep cited “explosively effective volume, longer orgasms, climax intensity and a confidence-boosting finish” as “features and benefits” of the supplement, as well as “scientific authentication and all-natural ingredients.”

“Ricky has said it best: ‘This is the secret to the money shot, baby,'” added the rep.

Visit Legendary Loads online and on Twitter.

Follow Ricky Larkin on Twitter here.

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Kaiia Eve to Join YNOT ‘Cammunity’ Panel Next Week

LAS VEGAS — Kaiia Eve will share her insights on brand-building at YNOT’s “Cammunity” conference as part of a panel titled “Building Your Own Following Online” on Tuesday, October 12 at 12 p.m. (PDT).

The panel will touch on a subject that is “near to her heart, as she started her career as a cam model and content creator and still uses camming as a source of income,” a rep explained. “Along with the other speakers, Kaiia will provide all that she’s learned about growing and maintaining her following.”

Eve shared her excitement at being able to offer advice to other talent.

“I am so honored and excited to be a part of what is an amazing group of speakers,” she said. “We all started in the same place, and I can’t wait to share all my tips and ideas and help my fellow models grow and achieve.”

“Thanks, [event organizers] Jay and Connor, for always coming through with a rad convention for performers and others in the adult industry,” Eve added.

More about the YNOT “Cammunity” conference can be found here.

In other news, Even recently made her Bang.com debut; click here for details.

Nexxxt Level Talent represents Kaiia Eve; follow her on Twitter and find her premium social media linkage here.

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Baby Girl Gracie Stars in New Group Scene for TheFlourishXXX

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Baby Girl Gracie stars in a member-exclusive hourlong gang-bang for TheFlourishXXX.

“I had a great time working with [company CEO] TJ and everyone else on the set,” Gracie said. “This was my first gang-bang, so I’m excited to see the fan reception, and it was fun doing something I’ve never done before. Can’t wait to work with them again.”

TJ praised how the action came together.

“I thought it was going to be a relatively short gang-bang but next thing I know they are going room-to-room and just having a blast. Then it turned into bukkake as loads just kept finding her face,” TJ added. “She loved that.”

The trailer and additional details can be found at TheFlourishXXX.com; follow the studio on Twitter.

Follow Baby Girl Gracie on Twitter and her find her premium social media linkage here.

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GFE Announces Last Call for Calendar Launch Dates

GFE Announces Last Call for Calendar Launch Dates

PHILADELPHIA — GFE Model Services has announced that October 15 will be this year’s last-call date for new model calendars and the official launch date of the first round of new calendars.

The October 15 release date will feature new exclusive calendars from Sophie Dee, Aviannah Elise, Body Shots, Jennifer Marie and Coralyn Jewel.

A second round of calendars will follow a week later headlined by Kenzie Anne.

“Models and entertainers still anxious to get into the calendar sales cycle should get moving, as there’s only one week left to enjoy the holiday sales rush,” said a rep.

”Even a model with a modest following can sell calendars if it’s done right,” the rep added. “Throwing 12 photos into a print-on-demand app and adding them to your free Wix site or your subscription Shopify store isn’t enough — nobody can buy what they can’t find. Producing a calendar that actually sells is 50% great photos and 99% marketing.”

“If you do it right, it can definitely be worth it,” the rep concluded.

For more information about producing a calendar with GFE, visit their website and follow the company on Twitter.

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Fetish Force Gets ‘Pinned’ With New Gay Kink Title

Fetish Force Gets 'Pinned' With New Gay Kink Title

AN FRANCISCO — All-male kink label Fetish Force is getting “Pinned” in its latest release from co-directors Trenton Ducati and Jasun Mark, featuring a quintet of hunks including Falcon/NakedSword exclusives Beau Butler, Devin Franco and Reign.

Shane Cook and Adrian Hart fill out the cast of “wrestling jocks who aren’t afraid of asserting their physical dominance in front of anyone watching,” teased a rep.

“If you’re into wrestling mats, hot gear, hungry holes and hard cocks, brace yourself, because these stunning grapplers are about to manhandle you until you’re ‘Pinned’ and begging for more,” the rep declared. “After pinning down athletic stud Devin, hung muscleman Shane celebrates his victory by shoving his girthy cock into his opponent’s open mouth. The rematch between the two wrestlers sees both men exposing their asses and hard dicks before Shane knocks Devin down yet again and dominates his juicy bubble butt.”

“Beau just pinned down the ripped Adrian and referee Reign is looking to award the beefy athlete. As a reward for the win, the hairy victor gets both ends stuffed until Reign and Adrian Hart blow their warm loads,” the rep continued. “After their rematch, it’s Adrian’s turn to get fucked by the ref’s big dick. No matter the outcome of the match, these wrestling hunks are making sure everyone’s getting manhandled, roughhoused and ‘Pinned’ until their balls are officially drained.”

Ducati praised his experience shooting the action.

“I had so much fun returning to the mat with my right hand man and fellow director Jasun Mark,” he said. “This cast of hunks had fun getting hot and sweaty while pinning and pounding each other down.”

Fetish Force is a Falcon/NakedSword brand; visit the Falcon online store for additional details and direct wholesale inquiries to John Gunderson at john@falconstudios.com.

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XRCO Awards Name Lilly Bell, Lulu Chu as ‘Heart-On Girls’ Trophy Presenters

LOS ANGELES — Producers of the 2021 XRCO Awards have announced that Lulu Chu and Lilly Bell will be this year’s trophy presenters, also known as “Heart-On Girls.”

Chu and Bell will be joining the event’s co-hosts, Britney Amber and Charlotte Stokely, at one of the first fully in-person awards ceremonies since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“It is also a treat to see up-and-coming starlets on stage to help honor their peers,” XRCO’s Dirty Bob said. “We have been lucky enough to see many of our ‘Heart-On Girls’ go on to become award winners themselves. I have a feeling that is going to be true of both Lulu and Lilly.”

The 37th annual XRCO Awards will take place on Tuesday, October 12 at Boardner’s nightclub in Hollywood; find additional details online and on Twitter.

Follow the XRCO Awards, Lulu Chu and Lilly Bell on Twitter for updates.

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Siri Dahl Announces New Scene Work for Digital Playground, Adult Time, More

LOS ANGELES — Siri Dahl has wrapped forthcoming scene work for Adult Time, Brazzers and Team Skeet as well as a new tryst for Digital Playground.

“I just completed a very busy shooting trip to Los Angeles and Las Vegas, where I shot several new scenes, including my first-ever bisexual M/M/F threesome, which was with Wolf Hudson and Johnny Hill for Adult Time,” Dahl shared.

Additionally, the performer introduced her first all-new project for Digital Playground in nearly seven years; the B/G encounter, titled “The Damsel,” features Alex Jones.

“In this scene I play a mysterious femme fatale who is on the run from her boyfriend’s belligerent brother,’ Dahl explained.

The trailer and additional details for “The Damsel” can be found here.

Dahl can currently be seen in leading roles for Pure Taboo‘s “Third Wheel: The Insemination of Elizabeth” and in “The Muse” for Transfixed; she is also regularly updating her fan sites with fresh content.

Follow Siri Dahl on Twitter and find her premium social media linkage here.

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2021 YNOT Cam Awards to Include Virtual Red Carpet, Live Watch Party

LOS ANGELES — The 2021 YNOT “Cammunity” conference will kick off Monday, October 11 and conclude three days later with a YNOT Cam Awards virtual red carpet and watch party on October 14.

While the ceremony unfolds at the Avalon nightclub in Hollywood, “thanks to the incredible teams at YNOT and adult marketing and website firm, PS: Group, there will be a virtual watch party and red carpet to celebrate the accomplishments of nominees and adult industry talent that can’t make it out to the in-person event in Hollywood,” a rep explained.

“PS: Group’s Carly David will kick the festivities off at 4:00 p.m. (PDT) and will include live nominee interviews, entertainment and friendly conversation and support while the awards are streamed live online.”

Kate Kennedy, content creator, podcaster and host of this year’s show, noted she is “thrilled” by the virtual option.

“It is so important to retain virtual access to our community and allow opportunities for us to come together and support one another, regardless of physical location,” she said.

SexWorkCEO Founder MelRose Michaels praised organizers for “maintaining a virtual presence despite returning to in-person events this year.”

“It really aligns with our own goals and vision to keep sex workers first in decision-making,” Michaels added. “We hope more conventions and award shows continue maintaining a virtual option as we return to more events in 2022. The difference it will make in strengthening our community will be immeasurable.”

Webcam Startup Founder Aerie Saunders noted that “making events virtually accessible is not only beneficial during the pandemic, but also as an all-around benefit for models potentially impacted by disabilities or financial hardships that could cause them to miss out on the opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments.”

“Going virtual is a necessity in 2021 and beyond,” Saunders said.

Click here to register for the virtual watch party, which is open to “adult industry talent, affiliate, webmasters and developers.”

Follow the YNOT Cam Awards on Twitter.

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Jillian Janson Lands 2021 XRCO Awards Nom as ‘Unsung Siren’

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Jillian Janson has earned a nomination for “Unsung Siren” from the 2021 XRCO Awards and will serve as one of the ceremony’s presenters.

“A fiery performer, Jillian continues to excite and entice porn consumers with her sexual dynamics. The naughty hottie hasn’t slowed down since launching her hardcore career in 2013 and still dazzles her viewers,” enthused a rep. “Critics laud the work of Jillian and have secured her a spot in the ‘Unsung Siren’ category.”

The performer is appreciative of the recognition.

“I’m very grateful for the XRCO voters who continue to appreciate and enjoy my scenes,” Janson said. “I’m so delighted that my love of sex comes across to all my viewers.”

The 37th annual XRCO Awards will take place on Tuesday, October 12 at Boardner’s nightclub in Hollywood with a red carpet at 7 p.m. ahead of the ceremony itself at 9 p.m. (PDT); find additional details online and on Twitter.

Follow Jillian Janson on Twitter for updates.

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