LOS ANGELES — DrJeannelle will showcase its new Into-Me-See Games at Vibe Expo, “the pleasure show,” set to take place at the stylish Loews Hollywood Hotel Jan. 12-13.

The event is set to deliver a groundbreaking experience for the realm of sexual wellness, and DrJeannelle is gearing up to make a splash with the unveiling of its Into-Me-See Games, “designed to incorporate cognitive, emotional, spiritual, and physical intimacy as couples explore how their mental health impacts their relationship,” said a rep.

“We recognize that mental health has a tremendous impact on the stability of couple relationships,” the rep added. “While these games are not meant to treat couples, they work to help couples practice four types of intimacy in one game. Into-Me-See Games are proven to enhance the intimate connection couples seek, creating pleasure over performance.”

Founder and sex educator Dr. Jeannelle Perkins-Muhammad will also host a Mental Health and Relationships workshop on Saturday, Jan. 13 at 7 p.m.  

Vibe Expo will showcase an extraordinary range of products, including vibes, lube, games, lingerie, and euphoric goods, along with other complementary products for elevated pleasure. In addition, the event will offer a lineup of engaging master classes and experiential sessions that focus on fostering knowledge and awareness about sexual well-being. 

For more information, visit DrJeannelle.com.

LAS VEGAS — Wet has updated its marketing with a new slogan, “Just Add Sex,” and has redesigned its packaging for 2024. 

“Wet’s sleek new 2024 upgraded package design lets customers recognize the luxury brand and immediately know what they want to purchase,” said a rep. 

Added Michael Trigg, founder of parent company Trigg Laboratories, “By maintaining the core of what makes our packaging most striking and recognizable, the upgraded look meets the highest expectations of modern consumers. We have achieved the perfect balance of beauty and function.”

Wet will be exhibiting at Vibe Expo on Jan. 11-14.

For more information, visit WetLubes.

LOS ANGELES — Reigning XBIZ Male Performer of the Year Seth Gamble has released the fourth episode of his LucidFlix series “Ultimacy,” co-starring Ryan Reid.

Each episode of the series “focuses on a different scenario; whether it’s a chance encounter, a forbidden attraction, or an intense rendezvous, Gamble’s storytelling prowess delves deep into the complexities of love, lust, and the undeniable allure of Ultimacy,” said a rep.

Gamble enthused about the episode.

“In the scene, the diner patron portrayed by Ryan flirts with me from across the aisle, then asks me to walk her home, where ‘dessert’ is on the menu,” he said. “This concept was perfect for someone like Ryan, who has a charisma that is delightful, appealing, and enchanting. Everything about her just feels very natural, and a scene like this really required someone with an exhibitionistic streak as well as a great deal of stamina, and she delivered all that and more.”

The scene, titled “The Diner,” is streaming on LucidFlix.com.

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LOS ANGELES — JustFor.fans has announced its 15 top creators across its various categories.

“This year, we have changed our annual lists to include not only our overall top models of 2023, but also the top newcomers who made the most impact on the site, as well as per-country lists to see where JFF Models are most popular,” said site founder Dominic Ford. 

“JFF’s recognition of its top talents underscores the platform’s commitment to fostering a vibrant and supportive community where creativity and entrepreneurship thrive,” he added. “As the platform continues to grow, it remains dedicated to elevating and celebrating the achievements of its diverse range of creators.”

The list of first-place creators in each category follows:

Cis Men
All — Phatrabbitkill2                       
Newcomer — GHloadStar

Cis Women
All — MissPandaPants               
Newcomer — LITTLEFRENCHIES

Transmasculine
All — TripleXTransMan       
Newcomer — Otter_FtM

Transfeminine
All — Gloryholemelb             
Newcomer — QueenCocaines

Non-Binary
All — RGloryhole                       
Newcomer — Throatsation

Studio/Photo
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SAN FRANCISCO — Less than a month after fumbling and then aborting an attempt to relax its censorship of adult content, Twitch continues to be embroiled in increasingly specific attempts to define the precise degree to which its streamers may display their bodies.

On Wednesday, Twitch Chief Customer Trust Officer Angela Hession published a blogpost prohibiting implied nudity, effective immediately.

According to Hession, the update comes in response to a recent “meta” —short for “most effective tactic available” — in which streamers “use black censor bars or other items to block their bodies or clothing, or position the camera frame such that the viewer is led to believe that the streamer is fully or partially nude.”

In the post, Hession notes that although “most streamers have labeled this content appropriately with the Sexual Themes label and are wearing clothing behind the object or outside the camera frame, for many users, the thumbnails of this content can be disruptive to their experience on Twitch.”

Hession then goes on to offer definitions for an array of body parts and situations, often resulting in further ambiguities, which have already been mocked by several frustrated users on social media.

“For those areas of the body where coverage is required, the coverage must be fully opaque; sheer or partially see-through clothing does not constitute coverage,” she states, also reiterating that standing company policies do not permit streamers “to be fully or partially nude, including exposing genitals or buttocks,” “to imply or suggest that they are fully or partially nude, including, but not limited to, covering breasts or genitals with objects or censor bars” or “to show the visible outline of genitals, even when covered.”

For those who present as women, Twitch asks that they cover their nipples and “do not expose underbust.” Cleavage, on the other hand “is unrestricted as long as these coverage requirements are met and it is clear that the streamer is wearing clothing.” Streamers are also very specifically instructed to cover the area extending from their hips to the bottom of their pelvis and buttocks.

In 2021, the vagueness of Twitch’s “underbust” policy became fodder for a creator named Tweedraws, who posted a digital drawing on X.com — then Twitter — asking “WTH is ‘underboob’?”

“This also depends on where your nipples are,” they quipped.

A 180-Degree Change of Course

Twitch’s increasingly granular regulation of streamer’s bodies represents a 180-degree change of course since the company’s abortive effort three weeks ago to revise its rules to allow some “artistic” nudity.

At the time, Hession explained that the platform had “received consistent feedback” from streamers that its policies around sexual content were confusing and difficult to follow.

“We want streamers to feel confident they understand our rules and viewers to feel confident they will get the experience they expect,” Hession wrote when announcing the relaxation of the nudity policies.

But less than 48 hours later, twitch CEO Dan Clancy announced that the company had reinstated its ban on sexual content.

Clancy alleged via a company blog post that “much of the content” created under the briefly updated policy caused community concern.

“These are concerns we share,” Clancy stated. “Upon reflection, we have decided that we went too far with this change.”

Moving forward, he added, “depictions of real or fictional nudity won’t be allowed on Twitch, regardless of the medium.”

Popular dances, such as twerking, grinding and pole dancing, appear to still be allowed without a label.

LOS ANGELES — XBIZ is pleased to announce the release of the full show schedule for XBIZ LA, the latest edition of North America’s largest adult industry conference, set to take place Jan. 15-18. 

XBIZ LA will once again bring together top stars, indie creators, digital media pros, company execs and newcomer entrepreneurs for boundless business opportunities — and for a comprehensive look at the future of adult entertainment.

To view the full show schedule, click here. 

On Monday, Jan. 15, event registration opens at 4 p.m. in the main lobby of the Kimpton Everly Hotel. Arriving attendees can get an early start by picking up their XBIZ LA registration badges and settling in, before heading to the fifth-floor sun deck for a 5 p.m. Women in Adult “Speed Friending” session sponsored by Chaturbate. That’s followed by the official XBIZ 2024 Welcome Reception, sponsored by MobiusPay, taking place in the main lobby bar beginning at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 16 marks the first full day of the conference, with event registration starting at 9 a.m. Official programming kicks off at 11 a.m. with Speed Networking, sponsored by Vendo — a perennially popular networking event and a great way to level up your business connections. Plus, JuicyAds presents the first of two sessions titled “Motivated: Stories of Resilience,” the first session featuring Megan Stokes of NMG Management sharing her origins and experiences overcoming adversity. 

Throughout the conference, the Web/Tech track sessions are sponsored by YourPaysitePartner, Performers/Creators sessions by ImLive and Movies & Production sessions by AEBN and Falcon/NakedSword.

More panel sessions get going at noon on Tuesday. “Cam & Fan Platforms: What Hot and What’s Next” will scrutinize the latest market trends and platform updates to offer a glimpse at what the future may bring. Meanwhile, “Indie Creators: Riding the Next Wave Into 2024” delves into customs, feeds, chat goals and what the new year may hold for creators. In “Studio Report: Calling the Shots, Anticipating the Trends,” top studio heads and producers offer insights into today’s content market and their outlook heading into 2024. Finally, Segpay presents “Compliance in the Age of Fan Sites, Cams and AI,” a workshop on how merchants can best navigate banking requirements to process user-generated content. 

At 1 p.m., attendees can stop by “Paysite Confidential: Scouting New Terrain in 2024” and find out how to drive traffic, ride content trends, collab with talent and anticipate key factors likely to impact paysites in the year ahead. Also at 1 p.m., “Livestreaming Evolution: Making the Cam Connection in 2024” will run down the latest tools and trends to keep fans coming back for more. “Genre Trends: What Ruled and What’s on the Horizon” looks back at recent content trends, and forward to where the next big thing is likely to come from in 2024. Or join SexWorkCEO founder MelRose Michaels for “Earning While Learning with SexWorkCEO,” which will walk creators through strategies in real time to help them boost their business. 

A slew of don’t-miss panels tee up at 2 p.m. In “Legal Outlook: 2024,” legal experts report on the past year’s developments with age verification and other hot-button issues, plus what industry players need to know to operate safely in the year ahead. “Creators of the Year: 2024 Edition” assembles this year’s XBIZ Premium Social Media Star of the Year nominees to discuss the strategies that have paid off for them and their plans for 2024 and beyond. Meanwhile, Grooby presents “Trans Roundtable 2024,” an update on the past year’s milestones and emerging issues in the trans market. Or check out “Succeeding in the New Era of Content Monetization,” presented by ePlay, for a look at how creators can leverage the latest technology to maximize revenue.

A final round of regular panels starts at 3 p.m., offering attendees a tough choice between “State of the Industry: 2024 New Year Edition,” featuring industry leaders breaking down the past year’s developments plus challenges and opportunities on the horizon; “Your Name in Lights: The 2024 Guide to Studio Work for Indie Creators,” in which performers who know the pro studio circuit reveal how they navigate the indie/studio balance; “XBIZ Performers of the Year: 2024 Edition,” where nominees discuss their banner projects and business strategies; and “Mastering Paid Promo,” presented by Blossm, covering effective methods to grow your fan base and increase earnings.

At 4:00 p.m., it’s time for an exclusive keynote interview with Solomon Friedman, partner and VP of Compliance for Ethical Capital Partners — owners of Aylo and its portfolio of brands, including Pornhub. Freidman will address the past year’s major changes, plus Aylo’s plans for 2024.

With the day’s formal programming wrapped up, XBIZ LA attendees are invited to a networking “Mix & Meet Market” in the main lobby at 5:30 p.m. — and of course, the classic and ultra-sexy annual “Winter Wonderland” lingerie and pajama-themed party, sponsored this year by AmateurTV, Erotichna, F2F.com, LoverFans and Sansyl Group, starting at 9 p.m. at the Ballet Hollywood nightclub. 

Wednesday, Jan. 17 starts off with event registration, more Speed Networking sponsored by Vendo, and the second “Motivated: Stories of Resilience” session from JuicyAds, this time spotlighting Leya Tanit of Pineapple Support.

At noon, attendees can catch up on the past year’s developments in credit card processing with “Show Me the Money: Billing and Payment Processing in 2024”; explore the current gay market, from content production to talent to tech, in “There’s No Business Like Gay Business”; glean tips on how market trends may impact content strategies for the year to come in “Maximizing Content Revenue in 2024”; or sit in on a roundtable session analyzing strategies for impactful collabs as Streamate presents “Strategic Synergies — Building Effective Brand Collaborations in 2024.” 

Four insightful sessions take place at 1 p.m. “Media Training for Adult Professionals” will focus on strategies for communicating with the mainstream media in order to tell our stories and dispel stigmatizing myths. “Exit Strategy Planning: Is Your Golden Parachute Ready?” will prepare performers, creators and adult business operators for eventually moving on to new ventures or retiring. In “A Woman’s Touch: Insights From Female Directors,” top women directors discuss their professional journeys and how they see women shaping adult in the coming years. Finally, LoyalFans presents “What’s Next for the All-in-One Fan Platform?” covering the latest website features, monetization techniques and what 2024 holds for the platform’s creators.

At 2 p.m., Mindbrowse presents “The Making of ‘Minx’ – Comedy, Culture and Fictionalized Porn,” featuring the creative team behind “Minx” discussing their experiences on the hit HBO Max series. Attendees can also learn about advances in VR production and 3D interactive worlds in “VR Heats Up: The Next Chapter in Virtual Reality,” or join longtime talent agents as they review the latest trends in performer representation in “Secrets of Agents.” Finally, members of the Pornhub team will shed light on recent happenings in the adult industry and developments on the platform in “An Intimate Conversation with Pornhub: Recent Changes, Future Opportunities.”

Capping off Wednesday’s afternoon panels at 3 p.m. is BongaCams session “Earn Money and Have Fun!” featuring tips for successful camming, and “Age Verification and the UK Online Safety Act,” an exclusive conversation with Joe Woolmer of U.K. media regulation authority Ofcom, who will explain new age verification rules and regulations, and answer attendees’ questions. Then at 4 p.m., join PASS and its studio partners for a town hall session unveiling a new certification program to modernize the industry’s health systems and meet current production needs, in “PASS Certification: Advancing Industry Health & Safety.”

Segueing into evening fun, an all-new Movie Biz Happy Hour event at 5 p.m. unites talent, studios, paysites and directors to get both cocktails and creative juices flowing and spark potential collabs. Then, at 8:30 p.m., the annual XBIZ Honors ceremony will spotlight outstanding business leadership among industry execs, as well as present select categories from the flagship 2024 XBIZ Awards. 

On Thursday, Jan. 12, the conference shifts gears for the Free Speech Coalition Summit. The program starts off at 11 a.m. with “Balancing Act: Censorship, Advocacy & Adult Entertainment,” co-hosted by Woodhull Freedom Foundation, digging into strategies for fighting back against attacks on the industry. At noon, the FSC legal team challenging new age verification laws discusses the cases and answers questions in “Age Verification: FSC’s Legal Challenges.” That’s followed at 1 p.m. by “Age Verification: FSC’s 2024 Legislative Outlook,” which will review the 2024 legislative landscape, FSC’s strategy to fight in statehouses — and what members can do to help. At 2 p.m., “The Fight for Fair Banking in 2023 and Beyond” covers FSC’s efforts to stop the debanking of adult businesses and workers. Finally, “We’ll Take Our Money Elsewhere: Establishing an Adult Industry Credit Union” examines the prospect of heading off financial discrimination by creating a credit union for the industry.

Alongside the FSC Summit sessions, an invitation-only Paysite Executive Roundtable for paysite owners and top executives will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., exploring recent challenges and upcoming opportunities. Meanwhile, attendees can also join the Cupcake Girls for “Community Care and Cupcakes: The Future of Empowerment,” a candid conversation on the vital role of community in adult. At 1:30 p.m., a Pineapple Support Wellness Retreat featuring lunch, wellness events and relaxation offers attendees the opportunity to unwind, find balance and recharge before jumping back into their busy work lives. And for the scholarly-minded, a final panel titled “Deconstructing Porn” will bring together academic researchers with a wide range of expertise to offer insights into the industry and the how porn and sex work fit into a broader social and political context.  

Finally, after two action-packed days of X3 Expo on Friday and Saturday, the 2024 XBIZ Awards — the adult industry’s biggest night — will return on Sunday, Jan. 21 at the historic Hollywood Palladium to crown the best of the best.

For event information, visit XBIZShow.com.

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Jan 2, 2024 3:50 PM PST

NEW YORK — Cassie Black guested on “The SDR Show,” co-hosted by Big Jay Oakerson and Ralph Sutton.

For her episode, which also included guest comedian Josh Adam Meyers, Black talked about her company, Safe Slut, performed a striptease and discussed STDs among other topics.

“I had a fantastic time dancing for Ralph, Jay and Josh,” said Black. “What a fun show and what a great way to end 2023.”

The episode is streaming on YouTube.

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LOS ANGELES — The Association of Sites Advocating Child Protection (ASACP) has named XBIZ, Rabbits Reviews and TES Affiliate Conferences as its featured sponsors for January 2024.

“ASACP appreciates the continued support it receives from its family of sponsors,” said executive director Tim Henning. “With the help of our sponsors and members, our association can help steer the future of online age verification and lawful access to age-restricted content while protecting the innocence of youth.”

“ASACP once again thanks XBIZ, Rabbits Reviews and TES Affiliate Conferences for their commitment, generosity and leadership in supporting the association’s mission to keep children out of and away from adult-oriented content,” Henning concluded. “ASACP and its sponsors are helping to build a better world for consenting adults and society’s most vulnerable members alike — a noble mission that we will continue to embrace into the future.”

Jan 2, 2024 3:47 PM PST

LOS ANGELES — Ty Santana has been selected as Cybersocket Stud for January by Fleshbot. He will be featured on the site throughout the month.

“We are so thrilled to celebrate Ty Santana as the first Cybersocket Stud of the New Year,” said a rep. “He’s a young, beautiful, talented versatile performer who deserves recognition for his contribution to the gay adult industry.”

For more information, visit Fleshbot.

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