PIERRE, S.D. — A South Dakota state representative has vowed to reintroduce legislation in the 2025 session that would impose age verification restrictions on adult websites.

Representative Bethany Soye, R-Sioux Falls, is leading a group of lawmakers pushing for a vote on a revised bill, after House Bill 1257 was killed by the state Senate in March over concerns about its constitutionality, as well as technical and enforcement issues.

“The pornography industry is not welcome here in South Dakota to prey on our children,” said Soye. “Their innocence is not for sale. We must protect our kids, and I urge my colleagues to stand with me.”

The revised legislation, which applies to sites that “create, host, or make available material harmful to minors,” would require sites to impose strict age verification processes, including the use of government identification.

It would also impose criminal penalties for noncompliance, with sites receiving one written warning before prosecution.

The revised bill still faces opposition in the state Senate, with Sen. Helene Duhamel, R-Rapid City, expressing concerns over the enforceability of the legislation as well as its potential financial burden on the state.

“We do not want South Dakota taxpayer dollars awarded to pornographers by a judge because we passed a bad law,” said Duhamel, who chairs the subcommittee on protecting minors from harmful content. “And we do not want to give any of these sketchy companies access to state databases for their age verification.”

However, South Dakota’s Republican attorney general, Marty Jackley, has voiced his backing for age verification restrictions.

“I support age verification for illicit websites,” he stated.

“Illicit” means “against the law,” suggesting that Jackley may be unaware that adult websites are legal in South Dakota and every other U.S. state, as protected speech under the First Amendment.

Jackley received a law degree from the University of South Dakota School of Law.

In justifying her position, Soye, who serves on the legislature’s Summer Study Committee on Artificial Intelligence and Internet Regulation for Minors, cited spurious psychological claims that pornography is damaging.

“It’s time for us to stop playing political games and pass this bill to protect our children from the harms of pornography,” she said. “We know that pornography damages young minds, leading to lifelong emotional and psychological harm.”

Oct 21, 2024 3:25 PM PDT

EDISON, N.J. — Piper Press will attend Exxxotica N.J., in Edison.

She will be on the showroom floor Fri., Oct. 25, from 5-10 p.m., and Sat., Oct. 26, from 1-4p.m. (EDT).

“I am really looking forward to attending the Exxxotica Expo this year,” said Press. “It’s a great place for creators to promote their work alongside great people and supportive fans and friends. It’s not just about showcasing work, but building connections and celebrating the adult industry in a space where fans, creators and professionals can all come together. And for those looking to collaborate, I’m always open to exploring new creative opportunities.”

For more information about Exxxotica N.J., click here.

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CANBERRA, Australia — A group of Australian trade organizations released on Monday a draft of a proposed online “safety codes” system meant to protect children from exposure to online pornography and other material categorized as “harmful content.” 

The proposed safety codes, which could become enforceable if ratified by the country’s controversial eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant, were developed by the Digital Industry Group Inc. (DIGI), the Australian Mobile Telecommunications Alliance, the Consumer Electronics Suppliers Association and the Interactive Games and Entertainment Association.

DIGI, which is actively promoting the proposal and is credited by some reports as its main booster, describes itself as “a not for profit industry association advocating for the digital industry in Australia” and “the industry association for companies that invest in online safety, privacy, cyber security and a thriving Australian digital economy.”

Its members are all large multinational corporations, including Apple, Discord, eBay, Google, Meta, Microsoft, Pinterest, Snapchat parent company Snap, Spotify, TikTok, Twitch, X and Yahoo. 

XBIZ confirmed that Free Speech Coalition (FSC) was consulted in drafting this system, which directly targets adult content and would affect access to adult sites in Australia. When reached, FSC was still reviewing the proposal to assess how much of its input had been included.

According to News.com.au, the codes “could become enforceable by the eSafety Commissioner if accepted for registration under the Online Safety Act 2021.”

Big Tech Following Inman Grant’s Directives

As XBIZ reported, the Online Safety Act essentially established the eSafety Commissioner as Australia’s de facto online censor. Currently, the post is held by Inman Grant, an unelected American-Australian former tech executive who has acknowledged having had conversations with U.S.-based, religiously-inspired lobby NCOSE — formerly Morality in Media — and even appeared on an NCOSE podcast at the Coalition to End Sexual Exploitation summit in July 2021, shortly after the Australian Parliament passed the OSA.

According to the Australian Associated Press (AAP), the codes follow a directive by Inman Grant to companies to protect children from Class 1C and Class 2 material, which include “pornography, simulated gambling in computer games and ‘high-impact material’ depicting nudity, violence, drug use, crime, suicide, racism or family breakdowns that would otherwise receive an R18+, X18+ or RC classification.”

The directive mandates “tools to let users block pornographic images sent to them,” as well as “ways to report breaches, and terms and conditions to prohibit sexual extortion, grooming and non-consensual intimate image sharing,” AAP reported.

DIGI’s Director of Regulatory Affairs and Research Policy Jennifer Duxbury described the draft online safety codes as “a critical step forward in keeping children safe from pornography and inappropriate content,” News.com.au reported.

“The draft safety codes we’ve released today are a joint effort between companies committed to online safety and the government to strengthen safeguards for minors when it comes to online pornography and age-inappropriate content,” Duxbury said. “The key principles of these codes are to protect and support children, provide all end users, including parents, with more control over what their children see, read and hear and to protect privacy and online safety. 

“Importantly, the draft online safety codes will also include measures such as how digital platforms will approach age assurance,” she added. “Once finalized, these draft safety codes will make an invaluable contribution to protecting children from online pornography and other harmful content.”

Duxbury also said DIGI was encouraging “all stakeholders, including consumer organizations, civil society groups, academics, industry, parents and community members, to have their say on the draft codes and provide feedback.”

Public consultation about the proposed ratings system is open until Nov. 22, and can be accessed through OnlineSafety.org.au.

Oct 21, 2024 2:51 PM PDT

EDISON, N.J. — Tiffani Madison will attend Exxxotica N.J., Oct. 25-27, in Edison.

She will appear at the Hot Blonde booth, #1061, Fri.,?from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Sat., from?1 p.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sun., from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. (EDT).

“I’m really looking forward to meeting my East Coast fans this weekend,” Madison said. “I’ll have prints and DVDs to sign, and you can take pictures with me. Stop by and say hi.”

For more information about Exxxotica N.J., click here.

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Oct 21, 2024 2:49 PM PDT

LAS VEGAS — Crystal Clark has released her latest clip, “Stepmoms Ghostly Halloween Night Drive.”

Oliver Faze also features in the clip as Clark’s stepson.

“The movie begins with Oliver narrating, talking about how his stepmom Crystal loves Halloween and goes all out,” said a rep. “She likes to go on a spooky adventure with Oliver’s dad visiting haunted sites across the desert. This year, Crystal asked Oliver to go with her because his dad was tired. Oliver just turned 19, and he’s determined to show his stepmom how brave he is.”

The clip is streaming on Clark’s OnlyFans and ManyVids.

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Oct 21, 2024 2:47 PM PDT

LOS ANGELES — Lana Lee and Bree Austin star alongside Inches in the latest scene from MILFCandy.

In the scene, Lee and Austin turn an ordinary sunny afternoon into a scintillating encounter with a pool guy.

 “Working with Lana, Inches, and being part of The Flourish Content Team has been a dream come true,” said Austin. “I get to work with top-level content creators and am shot by top-tier cameramen. It has really elevated my game, and I am very appreciative of the opportunity given.”

Lee also enthused about the scene.

“Anything I’ve ever done with the Flourish Content Team has been wildly successful and satisfying,” she said. “The videographers are great and always on top of their craft. Bree is a seasoned pro, so working with another like-minded female in my age category is always a welcomed experience. I had recently met Inches, and although he was new to pro shoots, he knocked it out of the park.”

The scene is streaming on MILFCandy.

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Oct 21, 2024 2:44 PM PDT

EDISON, N.J. — Wendy Raine will appear at the Skyhawk After Dark booth and the Sex Work PR booth, #852, at Exxxotica NJ, in Edison, Oct. 25-27.

“This may be the year I have spent more time on the road than any other part of my life or career, but I am not complaining,” Raine said. “Getting to have sex across the country is a pretty good gig to have. I want to continue to have this kind of presence with my fans. I want them to know that I will be there to meet them at every junction. I would not be where I am without them. So, get ready New Jersey.”

For more information about Exxxotica N.J., click here.

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LOS ANGELES — Evil Angel has released “Anal Fabulous 4,” the latest title from director/performer duo LeWood (Francesca Le and Mark Wood).

The title features Anna Claire Clouds, Scarlett Alexis, Brenna McKenna and Liz Jordan.

“Since we now spend most of our time on the East Coast, we knew that when we decided to make a Los Angeles trip, we would want to shoot the new, hot names on the anal scene,” said Wood. “This is the result of that.”

Added Le, “I was so excited to shoot with Anna again, especially since she’s now doing anal. She exudes sex and loves what she does. Brenna is one of my favorite girls to shoot; her energy lights up a room. Liz has one of the best bodies in the business, and it was a joy to have her on set. We’ve been wanting to shoot with Scarlett for a while, and she did not disappoint.”

“Anal Fabulous 4” will be available on VOD and DVD on EvilAngelVideo Oct. 23; all four scenes are streaming on EvilAngel.

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LOS ANGELES — Gal Ritchie has made her debut for Vixen Media Group (VMG) studio imprint Blacked, alongside Richard Mann.

Directed by Laurent Sky, the scene features Ritchie “as a young journalist interviewing her favorite director about his cinematic process, but when her crush becomes too distracting, she loses her professionalism,” said a rep. 

Sky enthused about his star.

“Working with Gal Ritchie on this scene was an absolute pleasure,” he said. “She brings a real intensity to the scene. There’s something raw and magnetic about her performance that pulls you in. I’m excited for fans to see this side of her on Blacked.”

The scene is streaming on Blacked.

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MONTREAL — DeAngelo Jackson and Roman Todd topline “Steamy Encounters 2” from Mile High Media studio imprint Noir Male.

Directed by Mike Quasar, the title features Dillon Diaz, Adrian Hart, Micah Martinez, Shadow and Isiah Tate.

“DeAngelo and Roman prove their status as they take their game to another level in their intense scene,” said Mile High VP Jon Blitt. “The chemistry and energy are top shelf as they take viewers on a wild ride that sets the tone for an action-packed release that is filled with great performances from an all-star cast.”

Click here for box art and additional details; follow the studio on X.com.

Direct sales and distribution inquiries to victoria@mile-high-media.com or call 800-363-0133.